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Josef Hoffmann Seating

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
Restored Art Deco Seating Set, by J. Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Czech, 1910s
Restored Art Deco Seating Set, by J. Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Czech, 1910s

Restored Art Deco Seating Set, by J. Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Czech, 1910s

By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Sofa dimensions: Height: 77 cm (30.3 in) Width: 120 cm (47.2 in) Depth: 60 cm (23.6 in) Seat: 45 cm (17.7 in) Chair dimensions: Height: 77 cm (30.3 in) Width: 57 cm (22.4 in) Depth:...

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1910s Czech Art Deco Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Wood, Walnut, Beech, Lacquer

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 Seating

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Beech

Italian wood and Vienna straw Praga chairs by Josef Hoffmann for Ligna, 1970s
Italian wood and Vienna straw Praga chairs by Josef Hoffmann for Ligna, 1970s

Italian wood and Vienna straw Praga chairs by Josef Hoffmann for Ligna, 1970s

By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann, Ligna

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian wood and Vienna straw Praga chairs by Josef Hoffmann for Ligna, 1970s. Set of ten chairs with armrests known as the Praga or 811 model, with a wooden structure with a matt bl...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Straw, Wood

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 Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, 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 Seating

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Beech

Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Beech Prague Model 811 Chairs in Black and Pigskin Weave
Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Beech Prague Model 811 Chairs in Black and Pigskin Weave

Josef Hoffmann Bentwood Beech Prague Model 811 Chairs in Black and Pigskin Weave

By Josef Hoffmann, Josef Frank, Stendig Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

In the 1920s, Michael Thonet's company crafted the iconic No. 811 Bentwood Chair. Josef Hoffmann is commonly credited with creating the "Prague chair". This design is also attribut...

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1960s European Modern Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Bentwood, Leather

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 Seating

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Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Armchair Restored Re-Upholstered Leather
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Armchair Restored Re-Upholstered Leather

Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Armchair Restored Re-Upholstered Leather

By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Era Art Nouveau, early 20th century museal modernist Wiener Werkstätte armchair restored re-upholstered leather by Josef Hoffmann. Solid walnut wood structure with original patina, with cast bronze...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Bronze

Two Original J.Hoffmann & Oswald Haerdtl Chairs Art Deco New Fabric Josef Frank
Two Original J.Hoffmann & Oswald Haerdtl Chairs Art Deco New Fabric Josef Frank

Two Original J.Hoffmann & Oswald Haerdtl Chairs Art Deco New Fabric Josef Frank

By Josef Frank, Oswald Haerdtl, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Created by Josef Hoffmann and Oswald Haerdtl for the Otto Beyer fashion style pattern store in Vienna, Singerstrasse 14 which is shown on one of the images. Fabric "Notturno," design...

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1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Fabric, Beech

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 Woka Lamps, Jacob & Josef Kohn, 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 Seating

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Bentwood

Rare armchair: Josef Hoffmann for the 1900 World's Fair in Paris
Rare armchair: Josef Hoffmann for the 1900 World's Fair in Paris

Rare armchair: Josef Hoffmann for the 1900 World's Fair in Paris

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Purkersdorf, AT

A very rare armchair designed by Josef Hoffmann. First presented as part of a dining room set at the 3rd Winter Exhibition, and a year later at the 1900 Paris World's Fair as part o...

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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Leather, Hardwood

1907 Viennese Josef Hoffmann for Thonet Fledermaus Chair
1907 Viennese Josef Hoffmann for Thonet Fledermaus Chair

1907 Viennese Josef Hoffmann for Thonet Fledermaus Chair

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Brooklyn, NY

1907, Vienna. A bent beech chair designed in 1907 by illustrious Viennese architect Josef Hoffmann for the Fledermaus Cabaret in Vienna. This design, a bold and radical departure fro...

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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Mohair, Beech

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 Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps

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 Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Set of 6 Chairs in bentwood by Josef Hoffmann for Mundus Vienna Austria, 1900s
Set of 6 Chairs in bentwood by Josef Hoffmann for Mundus Vienna Austria, 1900s

Set of 6 Chairs in bentwood by Josef Hoffmann for Mundus Vienna Austria, 1900s

By Josef Hoffmann, J & J Kohn & Mundus

Located in Beirut, LB

Rare Josef Hoffmann set of Chairs for Mundus Vienna Austria 1907-1914 Beautiful antique chair by Josef Hoffman for Mundus Vienna Austria. The chairs are in exceptionally good quality...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Cane, Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann, Pair of Fledermaus Chairs, Austria, 1905 (First Edition)
Josef Hoffmann, Pair of Fledermaus Chairs, Austria, 1905 (First Edition)

Josef Hoffmann, Pair of Fledermaus Chairs, Austria, 1905 (First Edition)

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Argelato, BO

Pair of chair in bent beech designed by the illustrious Viennese architect Joseph Hoffmann for the Cabaret Fledermaus in Vienna in 1907. In their sober and unmistakable style, they ...

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Bentwood

Two Original J.Hoffmann & Oswald Haerdtl Chairs Art Deco New Fabric Josef Frank
Two Original J.Hoffmann & Oswald Haerdtl Chairs Art Deco New Fabric Josef Frank

Two Original J.Hoffmann & Oswald Haerdtl Chairs Art Deco New Fabric Josef Frank

By Oswald Haerdtl, Josef Frank, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Created by Josef Hoffmann and Oswald Haerdtl for the Otto Beyer fashion style pattern store in Vienna, Singerstrasse 14 which is shown on one of the images. Fabric "Notturno," design...

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1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Fabric, Beech

Fledermaus Armchairs No.423 by Josef Hoffmann
Fledermaus Armchairs No.423 by Josef Hoffmann

Fledermaus Armchairs No.423 by Josef Hoffmann

By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Fledermaus armchairs no.423 by Josef Hoffmann in very good original condition with signs of usage.

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Fabric, Beech

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 Seating

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Suede, Oak

Set of Sofa and Two Armchairs by Josef Hoffmann, 1900s
Set of Sofa and Two Armchairs by Josef Hoffmann, 1900s

Set of Sofa and Two Armchairs by Josef Hoffmann, 1900s

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Praha, CZ

Art Nouveau Thonet sofa and two armchairs, J/J Kohn, upholstered in genuine leather, designed in 1905 by architect Josef Hoffmann for the Fledermaus cabar...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Leather, Bentwood

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 Seating

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Beech

One or Six Armchairs Designed by Josef Hoffmann
One or Six Armchairs Designed by Josef Hoffmann

One or Six Armchairs Designed by Josef Hoffmann

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Dallas, TX

A fine find! These barrel armchairs model No. 729/2F, designed by Joseph Hoffmann, circa 1906. The simplicity of this chair design: is made up of a u-shaped horizontal rail that form...

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Upholstery, Bentwood

Josef Hoffman For FMG Poland Ebonized and Caned Side Chair
Josef Hoffman For FMG Poland Ebonized and Caned Side Chair

Josef Hoffman For FMG Poland Ebonized and Caned Side Chair

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Germantown, MD

Mid-20th Century Josef Hoffmann For FMG Poland ebonized bentwood and Cane chair. Newer caning. Priced per item.

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Mid-20th Century Polish Mid-Century Modern Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Cane, Bentwood

Secession Fledermaus armchairs by Josef Hoffmann
Secession Fledermaus armchairs by Josef Hoffmann

Secession Fledermaus armchairs by Josef Hoffmann

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Secession Fledermaus armchairs by Josef Hoffmann. Professionally stained and repolished with new fabric.

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1920s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Cabinet Sofa & Cabinet Chairs Josef Hoffman By Wittmann, Austria
Cabinet Sofa & Cabinet Chairs Josef Hoffman By Wittmann, Austria

Cabinet Sofa & Cabinet Chairs Josef Hoffman By Wittmann, Austria

By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann

Located in Kangasala, FI

A set of original "Cabinet sofa & chair set" by Josef Hoffman handmade in the 1980 by Wittman in Austria. Designed in 1903 for the Vienna home of Dr. Salzer. This fantastic cubisti...

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1980s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Fabric, Oak

Customizable Wittmann Fledermaus Chair by Josef Hoffmann
Customizable Wittmann Fledermaus Chair by Josef Hoffmann

Customizable Wittmann Fledermaus Chair by Josef Hoffmann

By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann

Located in New York, NY

Price listed for starting leather. Specially designed in 1907 for the Fledermaus cabaret in Vienna, this suite still stands for exceptional bentwood craft. The runners and the woode...

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2010s Austrian Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Leather, Fabric

Rare Pair of Josef Hoffmann Model 725 B/F Chairs for J. & J. Kohn
Rare Pair of Josef Hoffmann Model 725 B/F Chairs for J. & J. Kohn

Rare Pair of Josef Hoffmann Model 725 B/F Chairs for J. & J. Kohn

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of fantastic Vienna Secession bentwood chairs with upholstery designed by Josef Hoffman (1870-1956) and manufactured by J. & J. Kohn circa early 20th century. These armchairs are model 725 B/F designed in 1905 and are dated from the original production in the Austrian workshop. Quite a rare original pair, they feature ebonized bentwood frame with corner ball enforcement details and wine-red leather upholstery accented conforming decorative round tacks along the edge. Both retain factory label remnants as well as manufacturer's name branded to the underside. Provenance: Purchased from Modernism Gallery...

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

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 Jacob & Josef Kohn, Otto Prutscher, Josef Hoffmann

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 Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

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 Seating

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Reed, Beech

Jugendstil Settee by Josef Hoffmann in 1902, manufactured by Wittmann in 1980s
Jugendstil Settee by Josef Hoffmann in 1902, manufactured by Wittmann in 1980s

Jugendstil Settee by Josef Hoffmann in 1902, manufactured by Wittmann in 1980s

By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a “Cabinett” settee, designed by Josef Hoffmann for the apartment of Dr. Johannes Salzer in Vienna, c. 1902. The settee was later on reintroduced to the...

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1980s Austrian Jugendstil Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Silk, Walnut

Bauhaus chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann
Bauhaus chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann

Bauhaus chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann

By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Bauhaus chair no.811 by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet in very nice original condition with signs of use.

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1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Large Secession Armchair no.6549 by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet
Large Secession Armchair no.6549 by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet

Large Secession Armchair no.6549 by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet

By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Large secession armchair no.6549 by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet professionally stained and repolished. Marked on the bottom.

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1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Bentwood

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 Seating

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Bentwood

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

Josef Hoffmann per Ligna/Thonet

$753Sale 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 Seating

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Wood

Josef Hoffman Fledermaus Chair by Wittmann
Josef Hoffman Fledermaus Chair by Wittmann

Josef Hoffman Fledermaus Chair by Wittmann

By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Highland, IN

Originally designed by Josef Hoffman for the Café Fledermaus in 1907. This example was made by Wittmann of Austria in the 80s. The frame of beech has a seat and back upholstered in H...

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1980s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Upholstery, 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 Seating

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Wood, Leather

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 Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

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 Seating

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Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Customizable Wittmann Allegasse Armchair by Josef Hoffmann
Customizable Wittmann Allegasse Armchair by Josef Hoffmann

Customizable Wittmann Allegasse Armchair by Josef Hoffmann

By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann

Located in New York, NY

Design: Josef Hoffmann This upholstered suite was designed in 1912 for Dr. Hugo Koller’s music room as part of the furnishings at his Vienna apartme...

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2010s Austrian Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Fabric

Pair of Restored Art Nouveau Armchairs, by J. Hoffmann, Mahogany, Austria 1910s
Pair of Restored Art Nouveau Armchairs, by J. Hoffmann, Mahogany, Austria 1910s

Pair of Restored Art Nouveau Armchairs, by J. Hoffmann, Mahogany, Austria 1910s

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

This exclusive pair of armchairs is a masterpiece of world design from the early 20th century, crafted in Vienna. The designer is the renowned architect and designer Josef Franz Mari...

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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Brass

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

Art Nouveau Fledermaus dining 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 Seating

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Cotton, Beech

Josef Hoffmann Pair of Cabinet Chairs
Josef Hoffmann Pair of Cabinet Chairs

Josef Hoffmann Pair of Cabinet Chairs

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Highland, IN

Designed in 1903, for the Vienna home of Dr. Salzer, Josef Hoffmann's cabinet chairs are a timeless design that typifies his Wiener Werkstätte aesthetic. The rationalist cube form is...

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1980s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Upholstery, Wood

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 Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann

Located in New York, NY

This 1910 design is testimony to the diversity of Josef Hoffmann’s work. Wittmann has created a matching sofa. Price listed for starting leather, also available in fabric - starts at...

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2010s Austrian Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Leather, Fabric

Art deco armchair no.811 "Prague chair" by Josef Hoffmann
Art deco armchair no.811 "Prague chair" by Josef Hoffmann

Art deco armchair no.811 "Prague chair" by Josef Hoffmann

By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

A stunning example of timeless modernist design, this Model No. 811 armchair (famously known as the Prague Chair) is a centerpiece of 20th-century furniture history. Originally desig...

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1930s Slovak Art Deco Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Pair of Salon Chair No.423 by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn
Pair of Salon Chair No.423 by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn

Pair of Salon Chair No.423 by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Pair of Cabaret Fledermaus chairs no.423 by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn after professional renovation with new fabric.

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Fabric, Beech

J.&J. Kohn - Josef Hoffmann - Stool - Beech
J.&J. Kohn - Josef Hoffmann - Stool - Beech

J.&J. Kohn - Josef Hoffmann - Stool - Beech

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Budapest, HU

Crafted circa 1900 by the renowned J.&J. Kohn, this striking stool, designed by the visionary Josef Hoffmann, stands as a paragon of early modernist design from the Viennese Secessio...

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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Josef Hoffmann Seating

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Fabric, Beech

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 Seating

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Upholstery, Wood, Lacquer, Fabric, Beech

Secession Armchair by Josef Hoffmann
Secession Armchair by Josef Hoffmann

Secession Armchair by Josef Hoffmann

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Secession armchair by Josef Hoffmann professionally stained and repolished. Signed J&J Kohn Teschen Austria.

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Josef Hoffmann Seating

Materials

Bentwood

Rare Josef Hoffmann Chair for Mundus Vienna Austria 1907-1914
Rare Josef Hoffmann Chair for Mundus Vienna Austria 1907-1914

Rare Josef Hoffmann Chair for Mundus Vienna Austria 1907-1914

By Josef Hoffmann, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH

Located in Den Haag, NL

Rare Josef Hoffman Chair for Mundus Vienna Austria 1907-1914 Leopold Pilzer, a junior partner at the bentwood furniture company Rudolf Weill & ...

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1910s Austrian Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

Materials

Rush, Bentwood

Ton Bentwood Armchair With Gold Velvet, Czechoslovakia 1930s, 40 Available
Ton Bentwood Armchair With Gold Velvet, Czechoslovakia 1930s, 40 Available

Ton Bentwood Armchair With Gold Velvet, Czechoslovakia 1930s, 40 Available

By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann, TON a.s.

Located in Zohor, SK

Iconic and elegant armchair produced by TON in Czech republic in 1930s. This particular chair is a variation on the classic model '811' Thonet Hoffman chair...

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1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

Materials

Velvet, Bentwood

Joseph Hoffman for Khon Signed Barrel Chair
Joseph Hoffman for Khon Signed Barrel Chair

Joseph Hoffman for Khon Signed Barrel Chair

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Westport, CT

Joseph Hoffman for Khon signed,barrel chair,Mahogany wood,creme upholstery,and open section on bottom to see original paper label,1880's early design .

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19th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Josef Hoffmann Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Secession dining chairs no.413 by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet
Secession dining chairs no.413 by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet

Secession dining chairs no.413 by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet

By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Secession dining chairs no.413 by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet Debrecen in very nice original condition.

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1910s Hungarian Vienna Secession Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Two Chairs Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann
Two Chairs Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann

Two Chairs Thonet 811, Josef Hoffmann

By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet

Located in Praha, CZ

Original state with a pleasant patine of age, perfectly cleaned and re-polished.

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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Josef Hoffmann Seating

Materials

Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann Chair for Jacob and Josef Kohn Furniture
Josef Hoffmann Chair for Jacob and Josef Kohn Furniture

Josef Hoffmann Chair for Jacob and Josef Kohn Furniture

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Josef Hoffmann Chair Model 725 circa 1903-1905. Rare variation with caned seat and back. Usually found with upholstered seat and back. Chair is sometimes said to be by Gustav Siegel ...

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Josef Hoffmann Seating

Materials

Cane, Beech

Very rare Elephant Desk Chair by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn
Very rare Elephant Desk Chair by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn

Very rare Elephant Desk Chair by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Oirlo, LI

Step into the world of early 20th-century design innovation with the exceptional furniture creations of Josef Hoffmann for J. & J. Kohn. These pieces are not just furniture—they are ...

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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

Materials

Bentwood

Jugendstil Secession Black Beech Four Armchairs Josef Hoffmann circa 1899 Vienna
Jugendstil Secession Black Beech Four Armchairs Josef Hoffmann circa 1899 Vienna

Jugendstil Secession Black Beech Four Armchairs Josef Hoffmann circa 1899 Vienna

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Vienna, AT

Secessionist Jugendstil Four ( 4 ) Armchairs or Corner Chairs designed by Josef Hoffmann circa 1899, Vienna. A wonderful and very rare set of four ( 4 ) outstanding armchairs or corn...

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1890s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Josef Hoffmann Seating

Materials

Beech

Fledermaus bench no.728 by arch.Josef Hoffmann
Fledermaus bench no.728 by arch.Josef Hoffmann

Fledermaus bench no.728 by arch.Josef Hoffmann

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

Fledermaus bench no.728 by arch.Josef Hoffmann in very nice original condition with signs of use.

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Josef Hoffmann Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Customizable Wittmann Leather Kubus Armchair by Josef Hoffmann
Customizable Wittmann Leather Kubus Armchair by Josef Hoffmann

Customizable Wittmann Leather Kubus Armchair 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 ...

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2010s Austrian Josef Hoffmann Seating

Materials

Leather

Josef Hoffmann, Purkersdorf Chair by Wittmann, Austria, circa 1990
Josef Hoffmann, Purkersdorf Chair by Wittmann, Austria, circa 1990

Josef Hoffmann, Purkersdorf Chair by Wittmann, Austria, circa 1990

By Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann

Located in Renens, CH

Priced per chair Designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1903 for the entrance hall of the Purkersdorf Sanatorium near Vienna, this chair is a key example of Viennese Modernism and the Vienna...

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1990s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Josef Hoffmann Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Very Rare Josef Hoffmann 725 B/F Chair by Jacob and Josef Kohn
Very Rare Josef Hoffmann 725 B/F Chair by Jacob and Josef Kohn

Very Rare Josef Hoffmann 725 B/F Chair by Jacob and Josef Kohn

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Munich, DE

New belts, foam and zig zag fabric designed by Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätten. With Jacob and Josef Kohn label.

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Josef Hoffmann Seating

Materials

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 Josef Hoffmann, Wittmann

Located in Hronská Breznica, Banskobystrický kraj

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 Seating

Materials

Beech

Vienna Secession Armchair "Kubus" by Josef Hoffmann, manufactured by Wittmann
Vienna Secession Armchair "Kubus" by Josef Hoffmann, manufactured by Wittmann

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. This is a classic example of Hoffmann’s strict geometrical lines and t...

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1980s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Josef Hoffmann Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

One or Six Armchairs Designed by Josef Hoffmann
One or Six Armchairs Designed by Josef Hoffmann

One or Six Armchairs Designed by Josef Hoffmann

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Dallas, TX

A fine find! These barrel armchairs model No. 729/2F, designed by Joseph Hoffmann, circa 1906. The simplicity of this chair design: is made up of a U-shaped horizontal rail that form...

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Josef Hoffmann Seating

Materials

Upholstery, Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Josef Hoffmann seating 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 seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 141 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 13 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original seating 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 seating by Marcel Kammerer, Jacob and Josef Kohn, and Thonet-Mundus. Prices for Josef Hoffmann seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $619 and can go as high as $99,099, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $6,500.
Questions About Josef Hoffmann Seating
  • 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.