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/ Wiener Werkstätte Jugendstil Silk/Brass Wall Lamp Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
For the residence of the Banker Dr Dietrich Moldauer Material: Patinated brass, silk, all other colors are possible Most components according to the UL regulations, with an addition...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werstaette Wall Lamp Vienna Secession Jugendstil Re-Edit
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
The famous "Fledermaus Cabaret" in Vienna was build by many members of the Wiener Werkstaette by the time when working on the Stoclet Palais project Most components according to the...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann for the Wiener Werkstätte Jugendstil Wall Lamp, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
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 Brass Wall Light, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Great example from the early, puristic phase of Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstaette. Brass varnished or nickel-plated optionally, other surfaces available. All components acc...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Art Nouveau Wall Light Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
From the billard-room at the Purkersdorf Sanatorium in Vienna Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.
Crystal, Brass
Josef Hoffmann for the Wiener Werkstätte Wall Light, Lantern, Re Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
This is a great lamp from Josef Hoffmann most important building - the Purkersdorf Sanatorium. The reading room at the first floor - on the original image one can see the lamp in the...
Crystal, Brass
Wiener Werkstätte Pattern Wall or Ceiling Light, Re-Edition Flush Mount
By Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Very elegant flush mounted ceiling-lamp, light comes out and makes wonderful pattern on the ceiling. This lamp is as well available in a larger version: 50 cm (19.69 inch). All com...
Brass
Original Wiener Werkstaette, Hallmarked, Josef Hoffmann Brass Wall Lamp
By Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Very rare wall lamp with a beautiful natural patina. Brass with marks: Rosenmarke and "Wiener Werkstätte," designer monogram "JH" Josef Hoffmann Literature: Compare Wandlampe for Lan...
Brass
$6,110 / 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...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann&Wiener Werkstatte Ceiling Lamp Villa Gallia Primavesi, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Very elaborate wall or ceiling lamp, designed for the Villa Gallia - Skywa - Primavesi, one of the last big houses, which is to consider the peak of Austrians architecture and cultiv...
Brass
Koloman Moser / Josef Hoffmann / Wiener Werkstätte Jugendstil Lamp, Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Koloman Moser, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
Small and elegant wall or ceiling lamp; the depth is including Edison-bulb. The hole for the bulb has 6.5 cm or 2.55". Originally manufactured at the Wiener Werkstätte, now manufactu...
Brass
Wiener Werkstätte Jugendstil Secession Brass/Opaline Gl. Wall Light/Flush Mount
By Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass, optionally varnished or nickel-plated, all other surfaces on request, Opaline-glass, handblown. Available also in different sizes: Ø 35 or 50 cm. Originally manufactured at th...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Wall Lamp/Flush Mount, Re-Edition
By Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
Early 20th century (1903), from the sewing room (Damensalon) at the first floor of the Purkersdorf Sanatorium; Remarkable the three combined squares, also used as prominent mark at t...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann and Wiener Werkstätte Wall Lamp/Light Re-Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
Wall-lamp, designed by Josef Hoffmann for the Purkersdorf Sanatorium in 1903, then manufactured at the historical Wiener Werkstätte All components according to the UL regulations,...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstatte Gitterwork Wall Lamp, Re Edition
By Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
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...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann Brass Wall Lamp for the Wiener Werkstätte, Re Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
Brass, optionally varnished or nickel-plated, all other surfaces on request, originally manufactured at the historical Wiener Werkstaette Most components according to the UL regulat...
Brass
Wiener Werkstätte Secessionist Wall Light Flush Mount
By Woka Lamps, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
Lamp with this significant ornament All components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures. We produce the lamp in three di...
Brass
Outdoor/Indoor Luminaire Josef Hoffmann Jugendstil Wall Lamp, Re Edition
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, 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...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Wall or Ceiling Light, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Puristic design from the early stages of the Wiener Werkstaette, Measures: Diameter 25 cm. This lamp is also available in diameter 35cm and 50cm. most components according to the UL...
Brass
Koloman Moser for the Wiener Werstaette Jugendstil Wall Light, Re-Edition
By Koloman Moser, Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
For the fashion saloon of the Floege-sisters, early 20th century Most components according to the UL regulations, with an additional charge we will UL-list and label our fixtures.
Crystal, Brass
Wiener Werkstaette Pattern WW3D/50 Flush Mount, Ceiling Lamp
By Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Very elegant flush-mounted ceiling-lamp, light comes out and makes wonderful pattern on the ceiling. This lamp is as well available in a smaller Version ø: 35 cm (13.78 inch) Totally...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstaette Landhaus Boehler Applique, Wall Lamp
By Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Very elegant re-edition wall-lamp with an elaborate curved wall-plate and textured hand blown opaline-glass. Literature: compare Wandlampe for Landhaus Boehler, Baden bei Wien, in: W...
Brass
$705
H 10 in W 10 in D 5 in
J.T. Kalmar Midcentury Brass Wall Light, Sconce, Brass Pins, 1950s, Austria
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Beautiful Modernist wall sconces made by J. T. Kalmar in the 1950s. The light is made of polished brass and the lampshades are made of acrylic glass. The faceted acrylic glass provid...
Brass
Pair of Solid Brass Wall Lantern
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elegant pair of wall lantern hand crafted from brass with three 40/watt light each. Suitable for wet locations, electrified and ready to use . Beautiful decorative pair of lantern indoor...
Brass
Brass and Leather Meander Flexible Arm Wall Light
Located in Pound Ridge, NY
Brass and leather wrapped meander wall or ceiling mounted light fixture, shown in natural blue indigo leather and brushed brass. Adjustable arms allow for your own stylish poses. Ava...
Brass
Art Nouveau Brass Wall Sconces Hoffmann Style, 1920s
Located in Praha, CZ
This rare pair of Art Nouveau wall sconces was produced in Czechoslovakia in the 1920s and reflects the refined aesthetics of Hoffmann-influenced Central European Secession design. E...
Brass
$3,900
H 4.5 in Dm 8 in
Otto Wagner Jugendstil "Viennese Tramway" Wall or Ceiling Light, ONE Available
By Otto Wagner
Located in North Miami, FL
These small sized lights have been rewired for USA. Wall or ceiling light with opaline glass, pictured in brass, designed for the Viennese trams. We are selling them individually in ...
Brass
Pair of Art Nouveau Wall Sconces
Located in Altrincham, GB
Pair of Brass Art Nouveau Wall Sconces, c1900 Stylistic Brass Back Plates Supporting Dangling Milk Glass Shades - 6" w x 9"d x 12"h - all lights and lamps have been rewired with auth...
Brass
$7,638
H 7.09 in Dm 12.01 in
Jugendstil Brass Glass Vintage Ceiling Light Flushmount by Otto Wagner, Vienna
By Otto Wagner
Located in Vienna, AT
Jugendstil brass glass vintage ceiling light / flushmount / ceiling lamp, which was designed by Otto Wagner, Vienna 1910 - 1912. Otto Wagner (1841-1918 ) was a famed Austrian archite...
Brass
Vienna secession desk lamp by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Vienna secession desk lamp by Josef Hoffmann in very nice original condition.
Brass
$3,290
H 26.78 in W 5.52 in D 16.93 in
Big Jugendstil nickel wall lamp with opaline glass shade vienna around 1910
Located in Wien, AT
Big Jugendstil nickel wall lamp with opaline glass shade vienna around 1910 Very beautiful opaline glass shade Rare model
Nickel
Pair Art Nouveau Brass Wall Sconces
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Pair of Liberty style wall sconces in brass with double candle holders on each sconce. The rich flower decoration is typical for this period of the early 20th Century in Europe, were...
Brass
$2,937
H 19.69 in Dm 9.45 in
Monumental Art Nouveau Table Lamp Haus Henneberg HH1 by Josef Hoffmann Austria
By Adolf Loos, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Munich, DE
Monumental Art Nouveau table lamp 'Haus Henneberg HH1'. Designed by Josef Hoffmann, 1902, Vienna, Austria. This is probably a later production from 1960s. This sculptural table lamp...
Brass, Nickel
$1,875 / set
H 19 in W 8.5 in D 10 in
Timeless Elegance: Pair of Antique Verdigris Brass Wall Lanterns
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Illuminate your entryway, patio, or garden with this exquisite pair of antique wall lanterns. Crafted from solid brass and boasting a beautiful...
Glass
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Wall or Ceiling Light, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Puristic design from the early stages of the Wiener Werkstaette, Measures: Diameter 25 cm. This lamp is also available in diameter 35cm and 50cm. All components according to the UL ...
Brass
Koloman Moser/Josef Hoffmann/Wiener Werkstätte Jugendstil Lamp, Re-Edition
By Wiener Werkstätte, Koloman Moser, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Small and elegant wall or ceiling lamp; the depth is including Edison-bulb. The hole for the bulb has 6.5 cm or 2.55" Originally manufactured at the Wiener Werkstätte, now manufactu...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Ceiling Lamp
By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Hanging- lamp from the showrooms of the Wiener Werkstaette used by Hoffmann in several variations. Hammered originally. Works-number M115, pattern-b...
Crystal, Brass
Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstaette Jugendstil Ceiling Lamp
By Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte, Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Hanging- lamp from the showrooms of the Wiener Werkstaette used by Hoffmann in several variations. Hammered originally. Works-number M115, pattern-b...
Crystal, Brass