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Vienna Secession Armchairs

VIENNA SECESSION STYLE & WIENER WERKSTÄTTE

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.

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Style: Vienna Secession
Period: 19th Century
Jacob & Josef Kohn Wien #18, 1/2 design
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Very nice J&J Kohn 18, 1/2 model armchair. J&J was the main contender to Thonet and the two companies always competed and there involved in legal proceedings b...
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1880s Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Beech

Pair of Thonet Cafe Daum Style Bentwood Armchairs
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare pair of Michael Thonet Cafe Daum style bentwood armchairs produced by Salvatore Leone. Originally designed for the Cafe Daum in Vienna. These chairs fea...
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19th Century Italian Antique Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Lacquer, Bentwood

Vienna Secession J. & J. Kohn 1880/90 Armchair No. 11
Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL
It was 1885 that the entire set No. 11 was presented: sofa, chair and armchair, characterized by having an oval piece -or three in the case of the sofa- meshed on the back. . The sof...
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1880s Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Armchairs

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Bentwood

Late 19th Century Massive Throne Chair in Historicist Style
Located in Prague 8, CZ
A beautiful throne chair on wheels in the historicist style of the late 19th Century. It was made in the former Austria-Hungary empire territory. Decorative legs, side columns, beau...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Metal

Two Eclectic Walnut Armchairs from 1880
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Two eclectic walnut armchairs, circa 1880 from Cracow (Poland) Every piece of furniture that leaves our workshop from the beginning to the end is subjected to manual renovation, so ...
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1870s Polish Antique Vienna Secession Armchairs

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Walnut

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Chairs Thonet 209, Pair of Cane and Black Bentwood , 1940s or 1950s
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Set of 2 Bentwood Cafe Chairs Attributed to Thonet
Located in New York, NY
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Lounge Italian Set Sofa and Two Armchairs Design Gigi Radice for Minotti, 1960s
Located in taranto, IT
Complete living room with curved sofa and pair of armchairs, design Gigi Radice for Minotti Arredamenti, early 1960s Mustard yellow color the sofa measures 240 cm in length (fr...
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J. J. Kohn Easy Armchair
Located in Vienna, AT
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J. J. Kohn Easy Armchair
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H 39.77 in W 20.48 in D 31.5 in
Armchair by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob and Josef Kohn, Vienna
Located in Vienna, AT
Kohn catalog no 423 on the 1st picture chair which is already sold. The chair is still in original condition (pic.2,3) so you have the possibility to choose the color of the wood and fabric or leather. The price incl. shellack polish and traditionally upholstery with "Backhausen" fabric or leather. Delivery time about 4-6 weeks Lit. Giovanni Renzi, Il mobile moderno, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna, Jacob & Josef Kohn, Milano 2008, S. 226; Julio Vives Chillida, Jacob & Josef Kohn, Catalogo (estratto) dei mobili in legno curvato, ca. 1912, o. O. 2008, S. 2, Nr. 423 F u. C.; Ausst. Kat. Josef Hoffmann und sein Kreis, Galerie Alt Wien...
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Sculptural Bentwood Armchair by Jacob & Josef Kohn, circa 1900
Located in Las Vegas, NV
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Located in Rio Vista, CA
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Josef Hoffman Attributed Vienna Secession Armchair #720
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rare and unique Austrian Vienna secession armchair #720 attributed to Josef Hoffman (Austrian 1870-1956) beautifully designed with a curved stretcher on top and bottom with the center supporting a shaped seat. Illustrated variation: Gebruder Thonet Vienna, Jacob and Josef John Page...
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Set of Four Thonet Armchairs in Bentwood, Austria, 1890
Located in Almelo, NL
Set of four Thonet armchairs in bentwood, Austria 1890, in good original condition with a great patina.
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Rare Thonet Armchairs Model 110
Located in Vienna, AT
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Arm Chair by Marcel Krammerer Circa 1908 Vienna
Located in Jersey City, NJ
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19th Century Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Armchairs

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Vienna Secession armchairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Vienna Secession armchairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage armchairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, bentwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Vienna Secession armchairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Austria, and Czech Republic pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original armchairs, popular names associated with this style include Josef Hoffmann, Jacob and Josef Kohn, Thonet, and Gustav Siegel. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for armchairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $445 and tops out at $24,078 while the average work can sell for $3,205.

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