Born from the Vienna Secession art movement in Austria during the early 20th century, the Wiener Werkstätte helped to cement Art Nouveau style and culture in Viennese art. Wiener Werkstätte furniture included armchairs, cabinets and table lamps, with production extending to other crafts such as ceramics, jewelry and fashion. The Werkstätte also boasted a large graphic arts department, which created nearly 1,000 unique postcards during the organization’s run.
Austrian architect Josef Hoffmann, painter Koloman Moser and industrialist Fritz Waerndorfer established the collective in opposition to the dominant trends in Viennese art. The artistic community was then largely directed by the Association of Austrian Artists, which had firm control over the creation and distribution of Austrian art. The collective’s style pushed back against traditional artistic preferences, instead favoring clear, bold lines and often-exaggerated, vibrant colors.
Employing over 100 people, including several master craftsmen, the Werkstätte formed relationships and alliances with a number of firms and stores, which sold and commissioned new work from the workshop.
As the Wiener Werkstätte’s mission aligned with emerging British sensibilities regarding art, many British artists worked closely with the collective. Some major Austrian artists collaborated with the collective, without officially joining, such as painter Gustav Klimt.
The Werkstätte’s artistic range was extensive and eclectic, with the organization producing a wide variety of furniture. In 1932, the global economic collapse forced it to shut down. With the outbreak of WWII soon to follow, the Wiener Werkstätte never reopened. Its legacy lived on, however, in the numerous artists and craftspeople who carried forward its commitment to progressive cultural and creative endeavors.
On 1stDibs, find antique Wiener Werkstätte lighting, seating and storage pieces.
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
Silver Plate, Brass
Amber Cut-Glass Whiskey Decanter by Ludwig Moser, Wiener Werkstatte
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
A striking whiskey decanter by Ludwig Moser, crafted in finely cut amber-colored glass. The piece reflects the refined geometric elegance associated with the Vienna Werkstätte tradit...
Cut Glass
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.94 in Dm 6.5 in
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.
Silver
Silver centerpiece Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstatte
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
In style of Wiener Werkstätte, Vienna Wokshop, designed by Josef Hoffmann A silver bowls hand carved, made of silver and hallmarked on the lower bottom. Austria, circa 1920.
Silver, Sterling Silver
Silver centerpiece by Josef Hoffmann for the Wiener Werkstatte
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Silver Centerpiece by Josef Hoffmann for the Vienna Secession Elegant silver (precious metal) centerpiece designed by Josef Hoffmann and executed by the Vienna Secession. The design ...
Sterling Silver
$10,295 / set
H 6.3 in W 0.79 in D 1.78 in
Children's Cutlery Silver Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstatte circa 1923 Jugendstil
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
Silver children’s cutlery set designed by Josef Hoffmann and Eduard J. Wimmer-Wisgrill manufactured by Wiener Werkstatte ca. 1923 marked hammer-strok...
Silver
$2,807 / item
H 4.73 in Dm 3.94 in
Set of 6 Champagne Coupes "Series B" by Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätte
By J.L Lobmeyr, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Beograd, RS
Masterpiece of early modernity! The lead-free crystal Champagne Coupes "Series B" designed by Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätte in 1912. Available 2 sets of 6 pieces. Listed price...
Crystal
Gilt-Bronze and Cut-Glass Decanter Set by Baccarat
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A fine and decorative gilt-bronze and cut-glass decanter set by La Compagnie des Cristalleries de Baccarat. The set consisting of four decanters and sixteen glasses each finely fa...
Ormolu
$6,500
H 4.5 in Dm 8.5 in
Art Nouveau Silver Plated Centerpiece Bowl By J. Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätte
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in North Miami, FL
Art Nouveau austrian polished silver plated centerpiece bowl By Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätte By: Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte Material: silver, silverplate, metal Techn...
Silver, Silver Plate, Metal
Vintage Cut Glass Decanter Art Deco
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, AR
A unique addition to any bar, the trendy teal color and vibrant hues make this a sculptural decanter, ideal for serving cocktails or your favorite spirits.
Cut Glass
Late 19th Century Crystal Decanter - Moser
By Moser
Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant
Elegant Bohemian glass decanter by Moser, dating to circa 1890. The piece features a deep ruby overlay with intricate gold enamel decoration in classic Moser style. Marked on the bas...
Crystal
$11,800
H 25 in Dm 12 in
20th Century French Cut Crystal Whiskey Cave / Glassware Set & Art Deco Decanter
Located in Tarry Town, NY
This exceptional whiskey cave, crafted in France in the mid to late 20th century, showcases the epitome of French craftsmanship. Designed in a stunning Art Deco style, it features a ...
Crystal, Bronze
$1,245
H 13.5 in Dm 5.5 in
19th Century Neoclassical Figurative Silver Plate & Cut Crystal Decanter Set
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and regal fitted silver plate and cut crystal decanter set was realized in England during the 19th century. It features a cylindr...
Crystal, Silver Plate
Vintage Cut Crystal Whiskey Decanter
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A cut crystal whiskey decanter, circa early 1980s. Square in shape with a large round star cut stopper. Heavy weight crystal, cut with a linear pattern on all sides, a star-cut on t...
Crystal
Silvered Bottle Stopper by Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Wien, AT
Silvered bottle stopper by Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Original condition.
Brass
Bottle Stopper Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Wien, AT
Bottle stopper Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte. Original condition.
Brass
Bottle Stopper of Josef Hoffmann by Wiener Werkstatte
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Wien, AT
Bottle stoppers of the Wiener Werkstatte designed by Josef Hoffmann Marked.
Silver