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Art Nouveau Seating

ART NOUVEAU STYLE

In its sinuous lines and flamboyant curves inspired by the natural world, antique Art Nouveau furniture reflects a desire for freedom from the stuffy social and artistic strictures of the Victorian era. The Art Nouveau movement developed in the decorative arts in France and Britain in the early 1880s and quickly became a dominant aesthetic style in Western Europe and the United States.

ORIGINS OF ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Sinuous, organic and flowing lines
  • Forms that mimic flowers and plant life
  • Decorative inlays and ornate carvings of natural-world motifs such as insects and animals 
  • Use of hardwoods such as oak, mahogany and rosewood

ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ANTIQUE ART NOUVEAU FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

Art Nouveau — which spanned furniture, architecture, jewelry and graphic design — can be easily identified by its lush, flowing forms suggested by flowers and plants, as well as the lissome tendrils of sea life. Although Art Deco and Art Nouveau were both in the forefront of turn-of-the-20th-century design, they are very different styles — Art Deco is marked by bold, geometric shapes while Art Nouveau incorporates dreamlike, floral motifs. The latter’s signature motif is the "whiplash" curve — a deep, narrow, dynamic parabola that appears as an element in everything from chair arms to cabinetry and mirror frames.

The visual vocabulary of Art Nouveau was particularly influenced by the soft colors and abstract images of nature seen in Japanese art prints, which arrived in large numbers in the West after open trade was forced upon Japan in the 1860s. Impressionist artists were moved by the artistic tradition of Japanese woodblock printmaking, and Japonisme — a term used to describe the appetite for Japanese art and culture in Europe at the time — greatly informed Art Nouveau. 

The Art Nouveau style quickly reached a wide audience in Europe via advertising posters, book covers, illustrations and other work by such artists as Aubrey Beardsley, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Alphonse Mucha. While all Art Nouveau designs share common formal elements, different countries and regions produced their own variants.

In Scotland, the architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh developed a singular, restrained look based on scale rather than ornament; a style best known from his narrow chairs with exceedingly tall backs, designed for Glasgow tea rooms. Meanwhile in France, Hector Guimard — whose iconic 1896 entry arches for the Paris Metro are still in use — and Louis Majorelle produced chairs, desks, bed frames and cabinets with sweeping lines and rich veneers. 

The Art Nouveau movement was known as Jugendstil ("Youth Style") in Germany, and in Austria the designers of the Vienna Secession group — notably Koloman Moser, Josef Hoffmann and Joseph Maria Olbrich — produced a relatively austere iteration of the Art Nouveau style, which mixed curving and geometric elements.

Art Nouveau revitalized all of the applied arts. Ceramists such as Ernest Chaplet and Edmond Lachenal created new forms covered in novel and rediscovered glazes that produced thick, foam-like finishes. Bold vases, bowls and lighting designs in acid-etched and marquetry cameo glass by Émile Gallé and the Daum Freres appeared in France, while in New York the glass workshop-cum-laboratory of Louis Comfort Tiffany — the core of what eventually became a multimedia decorative-arts manufactory called Tiffany Studios — brought out buoyant pieces in opalescent favrile glass. 

Jewelry design was revolutionized, as settings, for the first time, were emphasized as much as, or more than, gemstones. A favorite Art Nouveau jewelry motif was insects (think of Tiffany, in his famed Dragonflies glass lampshade).

Like a mayfly, Art Nouveau was short-lived. The sensuous, languorous style fell out of favor early in the 20th century, deemed perhaps too light and insubstantial for European tastes in the aftermath of World War I. But as the designs on 1stDibs demonstrate, Art Nouveau retains its power to fascinate and seduce.

There are ways to tastefully integrate a touch of Art Nouveau into even the most modern interior — browse an extraordinary collection of original antique Art Nouveau furniture on 1stDibs, which includes decorative objects, seating, tables, garden elements and more.

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Style: Art Nouveau
Batlló Bench In Solid Oak by Antoni Gaudí Spanish modernist design, Barcelona
Located in Barcelona, ES
Solid oak. A company that has always attributed such great importance to the author of the designs could never forget the great figures in history. That is why the BD catalogue of contemporary creations has always included those by admired classical masters. Antoni Gaudí (1852/1926) is, without doubt, the most internationally well-known Spanish architect. But is not only his buildings and brilliant architectural solutions that have travelled the globe. His integrated conception of architecture led him to pay attention, not only to structural calculations, but also to all the decorative elements, including furniture, that would form part of the building. The admiration felt by modern designers for the furniture designed by Gaudí has not gone unnoticed by BD which was the first company to rescue them from history by embarking on their serial production using traditional art and craft techniques and the same materials –varnished solid oak– in order to reproduce all the rich detail displayed by the originals when they were first produced. The Batlló bench...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Seating

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Oak

Pair of Early 20th Century Danish Leather Chairs
Located in Turners Falls, MA
Early 20th century pair of Danish Lounge Chairs. Leather upholstery with nail head details. Loose seat cushion.
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Seating

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Leather

Early 20th Century Architect Armchair by Jens Møller Jensen, Denmark, circa 1910
Located in Valby, 84
A rare and architecturally significant armchair designed by Jens Møller Jensen around 1910 for the Hovedstadens Forskønnelses Boardroom in Denmark. This striking piece exemplifies ea...
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1910s Danish Vintage Art Nouveau Seating

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Fabric, Elm

J.&J. Kohn - Gustav Siegel - Sofa - No. 715
Located in Budapest, HU
Gustav Siegel - Settee No. 715 - Designed 1899, Produced by J. & J. Kohn, Vienna CUSTOMIZATION AVAILABLE: THIS PIECE CAN BE TAILORED TO YOUR SPECIFICATIONS. OPTIONS INCLUDE CUSTOM L...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Leather, Beech

Pair of Original Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstätte Chairs 1904 Jugendstil
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 Art Nouveau Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Set of Six Antoni Gaudi Calvet Chair in Solid Varnished Oak
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Calvet chair designed by Antonio Gaudi manufactured in Barcelona by BD. Solid varnished oak. Measures: 52 x 54 x 94 H cm Year of design: 1902 ...
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2010s Spanish Art Nouveau Seating

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Oak

Original of the Time, Rare J.&J. Thonet Stool, Late 19th Century, 1880
Located in Vienna, AT
Wonderful and rare Thonet stool, published already in the 1888 Thonet Catalogue on page 23 as Salon-Stockerl Nr 5 zum Polstern Material Beechwood black stained with gold colored not...
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1880s Austrian Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Fabric, Beech

Set of Modernist Chair and Writing Table, Circa Early 20th Century
Located in Barcelona, ES
Set of chair and writing table by unknown manufacturer from Spain, circa early 20th century. In original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beaut...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Seating

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Wood

20th Century Art Nouveau Bentwood Bench, Newly Upholstered, Austria, circa 1910
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Great looking early 20th century Art Nouveau bentwood bench attributed to the renown company of Jacob & Josef Kohn in Vienna/Austri...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

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Fabric, Bentwood

Set of six Art Nouveau style chairs with grape wood inlays
Located in Milano, IT
Set of Six Italian Liberty Style Chairs - Early 20th Century with Carved Grape Motifs and Original Leather Add a touch of timeless elegance and refined Italian craftsmanship to your ...
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Nouveau Seating

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Wood, Leather

Jugendstil causeuse no.6602 by Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Jugendstil causeuse no.6602 by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Beech, Bentwood

Jugendstil Vintage Beech Armchair Desk Chair Josef Olbrich Thonet Vienna c1902
Located in Vienna, AT
Jugendstil vintage armchair or desk chair or office chair from stained beech, designed by the Viennese Secessionist Josef Maria Olbrich and executed by Gebr. Thonet. Josef Maria Olbr...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

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Leather, Beech

Poltrona in Bambù Italiana 1920 verde e marrone Art Nouveau
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Poltrona molto particolare realizzata nei primi anni del 900 totalmente a mano in bambù con fili di colore verde.
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1930s Italian Vintage Art Nouveau Seating

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Bamboo

Original Josef Hoffmann and Wiener Werkstätte Chair Early 20th Century 1903
Located in Vienna, AT
A very rare chair from the early stages of the Wiener Werkstätte. Variations were displayed at the Neustiftgasse showrooms of the Werkstatte and were also placed at the Brauner Mansi...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Fabric, Beech

Very rare armchairs nr.813 /1F by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Very rare armchairs nr.813 /1F by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob Josef Kohn in original vintage condition.
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1910s German Vintage Art Nouveau Seating

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Beech, Bentwood

A Pair of Jugendstil Chairs by Joseph Maria Olbrich, around 1905
Located in Reichenschwand, DE
This exquisite pair of Jugendstil chairs, designed by the renowned artist Joseph Maria Olbrich around 1905, is a prime example of early 20th-century craftsmanship and design. Olbrich...
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Early 1900s German Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Textile, Upholstery, Boxwood, Elm, Mahogany, Maple, Rosewood, Burl

20th Century Art Nouveau Armchair with Vienesse Mesh by Mundus, AT circa 1906
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Outstanding, early 20th century bentwood armchair artfully crafted by the renowed company of Mundus around 1906. A rare, absolute...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

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Bentwood

Jugendstil Vintage Walnut Armchair by Josef Maria Olbrich, 1898-1899, Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Jugendstil walnut Jugendstil armchair designed by Josef Maria Olbrich 1898-1899 and executed by Michael Niedermoser, Vienna. The beautiful armchair...
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1880s Austrian Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Leather, Walnut

Unique 'Ice Cream Parlor Chair' Rare Inventive Spring Version
Located in Sharon, CT
An early inventive (not to mention shapelier) version of the ubiquitous Ice Cream Parlor Chair. Note that the two circular loops are looped twi...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Art Nouveau Seating

Materials

Steel

Unique Art Nouveau Pinewood Artist´s Chair by Siegfried Wagner 1910s, Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
Monumental and important pinewood artist´s chair by Danish sculptor Siegfried Wagner. Made in the 1910s by Wagner and fellow artist and trained cabinetmaker Jens Peter Dahl-Jensen. The large armchair is richly decorated in Art Nouveau style. Plaquettes with makers signatures. Siegfried Wagner (13 April 1874 – 1 August 1952) was a Danish sculptor. Wagner attended the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in 1889–96. He worked for some time in Vilhelm Bissen...
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1910s Danish Vintage Art Nouveau Seating

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Leather, Pine

Austrian Art Nouveau Bentwood Side Chair Attributed to J & J Kohn, Early 1900's
Located in Buffalo, NY
Austrian Art Nouveau bentwood side chair attributed to J & J Kohn, early 1900's. Amazing design. Wonderful patina, quality construction. Hand delivery avail to New York City or anywh...
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1910s Austrian Vintage Art Nouveau Seating

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Fabric, Bentwood

Set of 4 Vintage Bistro Chairs, 1950s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Set of 4 bentwooden dining chairs with rattan seats. The chairs can be either from Thonet or J&J Kohn. They are not stamped. Good condition, no damages to the rattan. One finial h...
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1950s Austrian Vintage Art Nouveau Seating

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Cane, Bentwood

Restored Piano Stool, late 19th Century
Located in Schwerin, MV
Antique piano stool – hand-turned swivel stool, late 19th century, restored. This exquisite piano stool from the Napoleon III era combines historical elegance with outstanding craft...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Metal

Set of 4 Thonet dining chairs model 17
Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT
Set of 4 Thonet dining chairs model 17 This exceptional set of four bentwood beech chairs, produced by the renowned manufacturer Thonet, features the iconic Model 17, more commonly ...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

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Bentwood, Straw, Beech

Set of 4 Thonet dining chairs model 17
Set of 4 Thonet dining chairs model 17
$2,025 Sale Price / set
23% Off
Bentwood Rocking Chair
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An attributed thonet rocking chair as it is not signed in good condition in tinted beech.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

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Beech

Gebruder Thonet Bentwood Rocking Chaise Lounge Chair
Located in Chicago, IL
Gebruder Thonet bentwood rocking chaise lounge chair Scarcely seen model no. 7500. Designed 1880-1883. This model appears to be stamped JJ...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Seating

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Wood

Louis Majorelle Mahogany & Blue Patterned Upholstered Settee
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Nouveau walnut frame Settee with slightly flaired arms and shaped back upholstered in a lightly patterned gray-blue fabric with matching upholstered pillow. (LOUIS MAJOREL...
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Seating

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Fabric, Upholstery, Walnut

Office Chair by Jacob & Josef Kohn
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Office chair by Jacob & Josef Kohn.
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Bentwood

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Italian Liberty Style Leather Armchairs, 1950s
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of armchairs made in the 1950s, in genuine leather and carved poplar wood, with liberty motifs.
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1950s Italian Vintage Art Nouveau Seating

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Leather, Poplar

Pair of Vintage Wooden Liberty Armchairs, 19th-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful pair of liberty armchairs in hickory, curved arms and front legs, seat dressed in cloth and seatback fan shaped. France, Art Nouveau period. Very good overall conditions,...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Wood

Joseph Maria Olbrich attributed. An Art Nouveau inlaid side chair.
Located in London, GB
Joseph Maria Olbrich was an Austrian architect and one of the Vienna Secession founders.
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Early 1900s Czech Antique Art Nouveau Seating

Important Living Room Set by Ludwig Alter Darmstadt Jugendstil, 1908'
Located in Rome, IT
Exceptional and rare living room set composed by a table with four chairs, and sofà, a Book cabinet and Pedestal by Ludwig Alter, Darmstadt, Germany, 1908 circa. Part of a living room ordered and executed in 1908 by Ludwig Alter for a noble family from Hesse-Darmstadt, Germany. Original unrestored condition and step by step restoration detailed photo documentation available. Macassar, solid and veneered. Amboyna, Macassar, abalone and white mother of pearl inlay, surface professionally repolished, solid Macassar support pillars mounted on Macassar veneered table base, twin Macassar spheres as legs, central pillar executed to the artistic level, highest quality cabinet making from Ludwig Alter, supplier to the Court of Ernst Ludwig IV the Grand Duke Hessen-Darmstadt and the famous Art Colony, Mathilenhöhe.” Furniture is in excellent condition. Ludwig Alter, between others was also commissioned by: Count Erbach-Schönberg in Schönberg, Count Solms-Laubach in Laubach, Count Isenburg zu Meerholz in Meerholz, Castle Gettenbach, Baron von Riedesel in Stockhausen, Baron von Riedesel zu Eisenbach in Eisenbach. In the beginning of the 20th century, Darmstadt was an important centre for the art movement of Jugendstil, the German variant of Art Nouveaux. Annual architectural competitions led to the building of many architectural treasures of this period. Provenance: private ownership, Darmstadt, Germany. Sizes: Table 70 x 70 and 77 cm high 2 Armchairs 57 x 49 cm and 102 cm high. Seat height 47 cm. 2 chairs 44 x 44 cm and 94 cm high. Seat height 47 cm. Book Cabinet/ Bookcase/Vitrine : 106 wide, 46 deep and 200 cm high. Sofa : 155 wide, 70 deep and 47 cm seat hight. Pedestal : 43 x 27 and 130 high. The Grand Duke Ernst Ludwig founded the “Mathildenhöhe Artist’s Colony” in 1900 and called the most important people of the time to Darmstadt and result was the collaboration between artist and artisan, between creative will and the technical ability of the workshops, an extremely fruitful work. The exhibitions of the artists' colony in 1901, 1904 - which were followed by more exhibitions in 1908 and 1914 - made a decisive breakthrough into something completely new and paved the way for a new furnishing art and for the first time directed the attention of the whole world to the growth of the young German art. The joyful willingness to make sacrifices of the companies and workshops that took part in this ideal task, the breakthrough in German Interior art towards independence, is reflected in the story and will always be remembered. And the chronicler will not forget the high share of the Ludwig Alter family in this service. Together with the artists: Patriz Huber...
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Early 1900s German Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Wood

Original Ashwood Sheepskin Willow Chair by Charles Rennie Mackintosh for Cassina
Located in DE MEERN, NL
Introducing the epitome of elegance and craftsmanship: the Black Stained Ashwood Cassina Chair by Charles Rennie Mackintosh. This exquisite piece, featuring a reupholstered seat cush...
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20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Seating

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Sheepskin, Wood

Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Armchair Restored Re-Upholstered Leather
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 Seating

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Bronze

Pair Burgundy Wing Back Club Chairs Heavily Carved Walnut Frame
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of burgundy wing back club chairs with heavily carved walnut frame. Circa 1920's. Very solid, dark burgundy, great condition. Chairs are 42" wide x...
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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Seating

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Walnut

Art Nouveau Thonet Bentwood Salon Suite by Josef Hoffmann, Austria ca. 1905
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Absolutely gorgeous bentwood seating set by Thonet Austria, designed by none other than famous Austrian architect Josef Hoffmann, wellknown from the world renowed Wiener Werkstaette....
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

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Fabric, Bentwood

Pair of Armchairs Chairs Marcel Kammerer, Thonet, Turquoise Green Leather, 1910
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of fantastic bentwood armchairs designed by Marcel Kammerer and manufactured by Thonet, Austria, circa 1910. They are made of dark or almost black stained beech wood in mahog...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Leather, Bentwood, Beech

Vintage Mid Century Spanish Gilt Iron Bench with Ornate Base
Located in Buchanan, NY
This elegant vintage mid century Spanish gilt iron bench features an ornate base with gracefully scrolled legs and a decorative central stretcher. The rich gilt finish is hand applie...
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1950s Spanish Vintage Art Nouveau Seating

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Iron

Adolf Loos F.O. Schmidt 1898-1900 Jugendstil Corner Chair
Located in Brescia, IT
Extremely rare corner armchair designed by Adolf Loos (1870-1933) Manufactured by Friedrich Otto Schmidt, Vienna, Austria, circa 1900. Very good condition Seat in excellent con...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

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Straw, Wood

Extremely Rare Chair from the Grabenkaffehaus, Vienna 1, Graben, Original
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 Vintage Art Nouveau Seating

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Beech

Antoni Gaudi Calvet Chair
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Calvet chair designed by Antonio Gaudi manufactured in Barcelona by BD. Solid varnished oak. Measures: 52 x 54 x 94 H cm Year: 1902 Antoni Gau...
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2010s Spanish Art Nouveau Seating

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Oak

Josef Hoffmann Variation of Art Nouveau "Fledermaus" Sofa and Armchair by Fisch
Located in Praha, CZ
- wooden parts made of beechwood has been refurbished and finished by shellac - original springs - needs to be reupholstered - made in Czechoslovakia - Armchair dimensions : He...
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1890s Czech Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Fabric, Beech

Antique Child’s Chair by Thonet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique child’s chair of Thonet. Elegant bent wood frame with hooped legs. The caning on the seat and back is in great condition for it’s age. Di...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Cane

Antique Child’s Chair by Thonet
Antique Child’s Chair by Thonet
$714 Sale Price
20% Off
Casa Batlló Bench, After a Model by Antoni Gaudí for BD Barcelona
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bench for Casa Batllo, designed after a model by Antoni Gaudi. Manufactured in Barcelona by BD. Sculpted solid varnished oak. The model by Gaudii´ was ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Seating

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Oak

Antoni Gaudi, Jugendstil, Solid Oak Batllo Spanish Chairs
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Batllo chair designed by Antoni Gaudi, circa 1906 and manufactured by BD furniture in Barcelona. Solid varnished oak Measures: 47 x 52 x 74 H.cm ...
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2010s Spanish Art Nouveau Seating

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Oak

1920s Richard Riemerschmid Armchair – Icon of German Jugendstil Design
Located in Almelo, NL
Exceptional 1920s Richard Riemerschmid Armchair – Icon of German Jugendstil Design A rare and historically important armchair by Richard Riemerschmid, one of the founding visionarie...
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1920s German Vintage Art Nouveau Seating

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Hardwood

Pair Of Art Nouveau Bentwood Chairs by J&J Kohn, Vienna ca. 1910
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Lovely pair of Art Nouveau bentwood chairs made by the renowned company of Jacob & Josef Kohn in Vienna/ Austria in the period around 1910....
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Seating

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Bentwood

Art Nouveau Bentwood Armchair by Thonet, Late 19th Century, Austria, circa 1895
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Unusual bentwood armchair produced by the famous company of Thonet at the end of the 19th century around 1895 in Vienna. This rare Austrian Art Nouveau armchair impresses with absout...
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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Leather, Bentwood

Early Edition Hill House Chair by Charles Rennie Mackintosh for Cassina Italy
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing the Timeless Elegance of the 1980's Hill House Chair by Charles Rennie Mackintosh! Step back in time and embrace the exquisite craftsmanship of the early 1980's Hill Hou...
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1980s Italian Vintage Art Nouveau Seating

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Velvet, Wood

GROSFELD HOUSE Armchairs Pair Antique
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
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1940s Vintage Art Nouveau Seating

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Walnut

GROSFELD HOUSE Armchairs Pair Antique
GROSFELD HOUSE Armchairs Pair Antique
$1,496 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Early Mid Century Transitional Modern Spindle Back Bench or Settee in Mahogany
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredible piece of artistry. This spindle back bench dates back to the 1940's and is made out of mahogany. A great mix of modern and traditional lines.
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1940s American Vintage Art Nouveau Seating

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Fabric, Mahogany

J.&J. Kohn - Josef Hoffmann - Seating group (3) - Fledermaus - Beech
Located in Budapest, HU
J.&J. Kohn – Josef Hoffmann – Seating Group (3) – “Fledermaus” – Beech & Fabric Upholstery – Austria, Jugendstil, 1900–1910 CUSTOMIZATION AVAILABLE: THIS PIECE CAN BE TAILORED TO YO...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Fabric, Beech

Pair of Thonet Style Bentwood Dining Chairs, Italy 60s
Located in Lucija, SI
Pair of dining chairs in the style of Thonet bentwood chair. The chairs were made in Italy in the 60s. Both in good vintage condition. With minor traces of use and age.
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1960s Italian Vintage Art Nouveau Seating

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Cane, Bentwood

Antoni Gaudi Calvet Armchair
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Calvet armchair designed by Antoni Gaudi manufactured by BD design, Solid varnished oak. Measures: 52 x 65 x 95 H cm. A company that has alwa...
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2010s Spanish Art Nouveau Seating

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Oak

Swedish Designer, Lounge Chairs, Birch, Fabric, Sweden, 1900s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of birch and brown orange fabric lounge chairs designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1900s. Dimensions: 35.6” H x 23.5” W x 28” D Seat Height: 17.75” All upholstered furnitur...
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Early 1900s Swedish Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Fabric, Birch

Otto Wagner Jugendstil Stool J.J. Kohn #715
Located in Sharon, CT
Important Jugenstil Bentwood Stool #715 by Otto Wagner. Designed for the Paris World Exhibition in 1900 by J.J.Kohn. Original upholstery and surface.
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1890s Austrian Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Birch

Art Nouveau Bentwood Armchair
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Beautiful armchair from the time of Art Nouveau. Made of bentwood, according to the principle as Thonet or Kohn, but not signed / stamped. Seat and back surface covered with relief o...
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Seating

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Beech, Bentwood

Art Nouveau Bentwood Armchair
Art Nouveau Bentwood Armchair
$1,727 Sale Price
21% Off
Antique Carved Wing Chair with Cane Sides , Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Good original condition with some signs of age and use - Sturdy and Stable - reupholstered some time ago - Pillows filled with real feathers - carved linden wood frame - heigh o...
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Early 1900s Czech Antique Art Nouveau Seating

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Fabric, Wood

Antoni Gaudi Calvet Armchair
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Calvet armchair designed by Antoni Gaudi manufactured by BD design. Solid varnished oak. Measures: 52 x 65 x 95 H cm. A company that has alwa...
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2010s Spanish Art Nouveau Seating

Materials

Oak

Antoni Gaudi Calvet Armchair
Antoni Gaudi Calvet Armchair
$14,019 Sale Price / item
25% Off
Art Nouveau Side Chair Designed by Thonet, Austria, 1910
Located in Antwerp, BE
Classic collectible chair by famous German-Austrian cabinetmaker Michael Thonet. Bentwood frame with hooped legs. The seat is embossed with a decorative floral motif.  
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1910s Austrian Vintage Art Nouveau Seating

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Bentwood

Art Nouveau seating for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Art Nouveau seating 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 seating created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, building and garden elements, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, fabric and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Art Nouveau seating made in a specific country, there are Europe, Austria, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original seating, popular names associated with this style include Antoni Gaudí, Jacob and Josef Kohn, Michael Thonet, and Josef Hoffmann. 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 seating differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $155 and tops out at $120,000 while the average work can sell for $3,664.

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