At the turn of the 20th century, Gustav Klimt, Josef Hoffmann and several of their peers separated from the predominant Association of Austrian Artists to form a new professional union, the Vienna Secession.
The artists’ intent to break free from classical traditions in fine art evolved to encompass applied arts and interior design as well: In 1903, Hoffmann and Koloman Moser founded the Wiener Werkstätte, or "Viennese Workshop," to produce progressive furniture, ceramics, glass and textiles.
This talented collective of Austrian artists, architects and designers most famously created works in the Jugendstil style — the German branch of Western Europe's popular Art Nouveau. Jugendstil is associated with dynamic, rhythmic forms and undulating lines.
On 1stDibs, discover the sophisticated Vienna Secession furniture, art and decorative objects — ranging from watercolor paintings and prints to serveware and seating — that transformed Austria over one hundred years ago and maintain timeless appeal today.
Painted Porcelain and Hand Carved, Gold Leaf Wood Frame, Signed "Épanouissement"
By Angelo Asti
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Painted porcelain and hand carved, gold leaf wood frame, signed "Épanouissement", Vienna, circa 1890.
Gold Leaf
Antique Vienna Bronze Parrot Bird Sculpture Inkwell
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Vienna Bronze Parrot Bird Sculpture Inkwell
Bronze
Antique Vienna Bronze Bear with Blanket
Located in Berghuelen, DE
Antique Vienna Bronze Bear with Blanket Item e7280 A beautiful bronze statue of a wandering bear spreading out his blanket to rest. A hat and wal...
Bronze
Secessionist Silver Cigarette / Match Holder, Desk Accessory, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Buffalo, NY
Secessionist sterling silver cigarette / match holder, desk accessory, attributed to Josef Hoffmann, Stunning design, superior quality, hand executed, stamped sterling, also retains ...
Sterling Silver
Vienna Secession Desk Set
Located in Vienna, AT
Vienna secession desk set in original condition. Black glass and brass (the watch was restored).
Brass
$224Sale Price|40% Off
Vintage Brass Pen, Phone Dialer, Paper Weight Attributed to Carl Aubock
Located in Doraville, GA
A vintage ink pen / rotary phone dialer / paper weight made of lacqered polished brass with an ink pen insert. The pen is model number 5037 and was de...
Brass
Richard Thuss Austrian Gilt Bronze Figure of an Oriental Woman Dancing
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Oriental Dancer, Jugenstil Vienna bronze sculpture, 1900s Richard Thuss Austrian Gilt Bronze Figure of an Oriental Woman Dancing Stamped under a foot VNO. Gilt has been restored. It ...
Marble, Bronze
Carl Auböck #4995 Patinated Brass Hook
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck #4995 patinated brass hook. Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese hook is executed in polished and patinated brass by We...
Brass
$556
H 1.19 in W 1.97 in D 4.93 in
1980 Italy Post-Modern Bronze Abstract Sculpture Beppe Bonetti with Base
Located in Brescia, IT
This artwork was created by the Italian artist Beppe Bonetti. Title "Piccolo racconto" translate "Little tale"" Beppe Bonetti was born in 1951 in Brescia, Italy, where he lives and ...
Bronze
Desk Set, Italy, 1980s
Located in Palermo, IT
Desk set in walnut, silver and crystal, Italy, 1980s Gifted to my grandfather and never used. Small signs of the time. Today unobtainable and of great value set.
Crystal, Silver
Oriental Cast Bronze Elephant Sculpture with Trunk Up
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Beautiful Oriental Japanese Meiji period style bronze sculpture of a walking elephant with his trunk up. Well casted metal art, heavy, bronze elephant in a dark brown copper finish. Elephant figurine statue in a triumphant pose, will make an excellent display ornament. Created with the traditional technique of the lost-wax that allows a great precision and finesse in the details, this bronze sculpture charms is with its exquisite depiction of a trumpeting elephant. Heavy bronze presents striking detail and cool copper tones with a hint of natural bronze. Raising its trunk skywards, the elephant will grace any desk as a paperweight or display case. This is a delightful vintage elephant statue...
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Pen Holder by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, 1960s
Located in Berlin, DE
Carl Auböck pen holder, Austria, 1960s.
Horn
$3,250 / set
H 4.63 in W 5.75 in D 3 in
Pair of Antique Bronze Sculpture Paperweights Wounded Stag and Wild Boar
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Pair of figural bronze paperweights over cararra marble bases. circa early 19th century; models of "Il Porcellino" and "Wounded Stag" Item # C104009 A superb pair of 19th century p...
Carrara Marble, Bronze
$5,330Sale Price|35% Off
H 2.21 in W 7.29 in D 4.14 in
"The Coffee Maker" Viennese Vienna Cold Painted Oriental Bronze Franz Bergmann
Located in Berlin, DE
"The coffee maker" Viennese Vienna cold painted oriental bronze by Franz Bergmann. Extremely fine and detailed masterpiece. Both parts hallmarked.
Bronze
$402
H 2.37 in W 10.63 in D 5.52 in
Art Deco Inkwell with Original Inkwell Glass, Vienna, Around 1920s
Located in Wien, AT
Art Deco inkwell with original inkwell glass vienna around 1920s. Original inkwell glass. Polished and stove enamelled.
Brass
Carl Auböck #4330/1 Polished Brass Hook
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck #4330/1 polished brass hook. Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese hook is executed in polished brass by Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Austria. Produc...
Brass
Carl Auböck Model #4056 Brass Hook
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck brass #4056 brass hook. Designed in the 1950s, this versatile and Minimalist Viennese candleholder is executed in polished brass by Werkstätte C...
Brass
Carl Auböck Model #4233 Brass and Leather Paper Knife
Located in Glendale, CA
Carl Auböck Model #4233 brass and leather paper knife. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural knife is executed in polished brass and handwoven brown leather. ...
Brass
$1,840
H 4.73 in Dm 3.43 in
Stunning English Solid Sterling Silver 1936 Art Deco Style Cigarette Dispenser
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer this lovely 1936 solid sterling silver art deco cigarette dispenser A very good looking and well made piece, full...
Sterling Silver
Josef Hoffman Bud Vase by Bieffeplast Italy
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A classic Hoffman design of ca. 1905 reissued and made by Bieffeplast, Italy in the 1960's. White enameled square perforated sheet metal in a hexagonal shape on a conforming base and...
Metal
Austrian Bronze Jewelry Box, c 1900
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
This early 1900s gilded bronze box was made in Austria and shows all the quality of their pieces. The top has a large central stone. The sides are in an intricate bronze ormolu pane...
Bronze
Antique Vienna Bronze Desk Paperweight Matchbox, circa 1880s
Located in New York, NY
Made in the 19th century of bronze, marble, bone and canvas (still original!) in Vienna, Austria, this unique objet d'art is actually a very functional item - a desk paperweight with...
Bronze
Sold
H 3.35 in W 5.91 in D 2.64 in
Antique Large Dog Cold Painted Vienna Bronze English Bulldog Sculpture
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
Antique large cold painted Vienna bronze English bulldog. This is a rare model, very lifelike and beautifully sculptured. It's large and heavy enough to be used as a great paper weig...
Bronze
Silvered Art Nouveau Jewelry Casket by W.M.F.
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Englewood, NJ
A German Art Nouveau silver plate on pewter "jewelry casket" with a secessionist Art Nouveau decoration throughout with a wood liner. The casket is signed "WMF" and bears others make...
Bronze
Vienna Secession Desk Set
Located in Vienna, AT
Vienna Secession Desk Set in original condition Black glass and brass (the watch was restored)
Brass
Elegant Secessionist Brass and Crystal Ashtray from Germany
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant Secessionist Brass and Crystal Ashtray from Germany. Etched "Germany".
Crystal