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Style: Expressionist
Set of Four Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Cafe Bistro Dining Chairs by J J Kohn
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional set of bentwood Vienna Secessionist cafe, bistro, dining chairs, made by JJ Kohn Mundus, in the style of Thonet. The chairs are in very good, clean, original, ready to us...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech
Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Cafe Bistro Dining Chair att. to Thonet c 1910/20's
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Vienna Secessionist Cafe, Bistro style dining chair constructed of beech using the signature steam bent technique. This example was made in Austria, circa 1910/20's attributed to Th...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Wood, Beech
Pr. Bentwood and Canvas Chairs after Thonet c. 1970’s
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Chic pair of folding bentwod and canvass side chairs, design reminiscent of Thonet, probably made in Italy, circa 1970's. The chairs are in very good, original, clean and ready to us...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Canvas, Wood
Original Josef Hoffmann & J. & J. Kohn Bench Vienna Secession, 1901
Located in Vienna, AT
A very rare and early bench, obviously the role model for the famous Barrel chair #720 which was presented four years later, in 1905.
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Bentwood, Plywood
Vienna Secession Armchair by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn, Austria
Located in Lucija, SI
Rare and completely restored armchair from the era of Vienna Secession.
Designed by Otto Wagner for j&J Kohn
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Wood, Bentwood
Original Otto Wagner & Kohn Jacob & Josef & Koloman 'Kolo' Moser Ensemble, 1901
Located in Vienna, AT
As pioneer and master of the Modern, Otto Wagner seized the then rather new technique of bending wood for his furniture designs.
Occasionally These furniture are attributed to Koloma...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
Vintage Cafe Bistro Style Dining Chairs after Thonet 12 available
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Classic bentwood cafe, bistro style dining chairs, having a curved scoop shaped backrest, vinyl upholstered pad seat, and round wood legs. Design reminiscent of the iconic Thonet pie...
Category
Mid-20th Century Romanian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Wood
Original Viennese Jugendstil Ensemle, Secession Style 1905-Restored Carefully
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
An extraordinary Ensemble very carefully restored by an artist carpenter. Original upholstery
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Vienna Secesionist Bentwood Cafe Bistro Dining Chair by Fischel after Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Classic Vienna Secessionist bentwood cafe, bistro, dining chair, circa 1900/1930's, marked Fischel Checoslov. This example is in good, original, clean and ready to use condition, sh...
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech
Vintage Bentwood Rocking Chair Att. to Thonet
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Unusual bentwood and cane rocking chair, in the Vienna Secessionist style, probably mid 20th C vintage, Thonet - made in USA, unsigned. The chair is slightly smaller in scale, a vari...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Expressionist Seating
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Child’s Thonet Rocking Chair
By Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Stylish child’s bentwood rocking chair attached to Thonet. This example is in very good original condition showing only light wear normal and consistent with age.
Measures: Total H ...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
A SITZMASCHINE Chair by JOSEF HOFFMANN & FISCHEL WIENER WERKSTATTE Austria 1910
By Fischel
Located in PARIS, FR
This is a museum piece : an historical and iconic "SITZMASCHINE" chair by (or after) JOSEF HOFFMANN, produced by FISCHEL, Vienna, 1910. This is a a rare and almost never seen variati...
Category
1910s Austrian Vintage Expressionist Seating
Materials
Wood
Expressionist Amsterdam School Reclining Chairs, Oak and Fabric Upholstery, 1920
Located in Berlin, DE
Pair of early Amsterdam School (1910-1930) reclining chairs manufactured c. 1920. The exuberant appearance characteristic of the movement's first period features strong sculptural expressionist lines with elaborate details different from one chair to another and dynamic shape through the movement function. The reclining backrest typical of the Arts and Crafts Morris chair...
Category
1920s Dutch Vintage Expressionist Seating
Materials
Oak, Bentwood
Josef Hoffmann "Haus Koller" Armchair for Wittmann – Viennese Secession Elegance
Located in Dronten, NL
A stunning Haus Koller Armchair designed by Josef Hoffmann and produced by the esteemed Austrian manufacturer Wittmann. Originally conceived in 1911 for the Koller House in Oberwalte...
Category
Early 2000s Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Velvet, Beech
Adolf Loos (1870-1933) Secessionist Bench, Thonet No.6150
By Adolf Loos
Located in London, GB
A rare Viennese Secessionist bench by Austrian and Czechoslovak architect and influential European theorist Adolf Loos (1870-1933).
Produced by Thonet, Austria, circa 1915.
Stain...
Category
Early 20th Century Expressionist Seating
Materials
Wood
Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Arm Chair by Thonet att. to Josef Hoffman c. 1920's
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Early Vienna Secessionist Movement bentwood arm chair, marked Thonet, design attributed to Jose Hofmann, circa 1920's. Exceptional period piece in very good, ready to use condition, ...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech
Thonet Nr. 11 Chair
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood with caned seat and backrest. Made in Austria by Gebrüder Thonet, circa 1890.
Fully restored.
Category
1890s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech
Classic Set of four Fledermaus Chair by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Set of four Fledermaus Chair by Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann..Vintage Josef Hoffmann Fledermaus Chairs.Retain original metal Wittmann badge/label .Minor staining to the Macint...
Category
1980s Austrian Vintage Expressionist Seating
Materials
Fabric, Wood
Set of Six Vienna Scessionist Bentwood Dining Chairs Made in Austria by Thonet
By Michael Thonet, Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional and rare set of six cafe, bistro style dining chairs, marked
"Thonet Austria", design attributed to Michael Thonet, circa 1890/1920's. The set consists of four side, and...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Cane, Beech
Vienna secession bench/sofa by Otto Wagner executed by Pancota Vienna
By Otto Wagner
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Vienna secession bench/sofa by Otto Wagner executed by Pancota Vienna in original vintage condition with signs of use.
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Thonet Sider Chairs Attributed to Marcel Kammerer
Located in Vienna, AT
Katalog No, A 335 beech bentwood with plywood seat and backrest attributed to Marcel Kammerer. Professionaly restored. Signed Thonet on the frame.
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech, Bentwood, Plywood
Rare Armchair by Josef Hoffmann
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare beech bentwood frame, leather upholstery. Designed circa 1900-1910 by Josef Hoffmann for Cabaret Fledermaus in Vienna. Made by Thonet.
Delivery time about 4-6 weeks. Price per c...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
$2,980 / item
Rare Kohn Dining or Side Chair No. 20
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful bentwood construction with perforated plywood seat from the 1900.
Excellent restored.
Two pieces available.
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Bentwood, Plywood, Beech
$700 / item
Thonet Model 81 Three-Legged Armchair
By Thonet
Located in Highland, IN
This elegant chair three-legged chair by Thonet made of stained beech with a seat upholstered in suede leather.
31.5"h X 25"w X 23"d
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech
Set of Six Metal Kitchen Dining Cafe Bistro Chairs after Thonet c. 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Chic set of vintage 1970's kitchen chairs, modeled after the iconic Vienna Secessionist Thonet originals. The chairs feature tubular metal frames, in brown paint finish, with upholst...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Expressionist Seating
Materials
Metal
Thonet Armchairs by Otto Wagner
By Thonet, Otto Wagner
Located in Vienna, AT
Design attributed to Otto Wagner.
Wood finish and upholstery according to customer requirements.
Price for already restored ones.
Up to eight pieces available, more on request. Deli...
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech, Bentwood
$2,600 / item
Thonet Armchair Catalog Number 1798
Located in Vienna, AT
Thonet Armchair Catalog Number 1798
The surface is already walnut stained and shellack polished.
The cover will be made on customer request and is already in price included.
More...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
$1,149 Sale Price
56% Off
Secession armchairs no.6093 by Otto Wagner for Thonet
By Otto Wagner, Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession bentwood armchairs no.6093 by Otto Wagner for Thonet. Armchairs were restored in the past, needs to be need firming up, they are a bit...
Category
1910s Austrian Vintage Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Attr. to Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstätte Chair for the Purkersdorf Sanatorium
Located in Vienna, AT
From the waiting area and from the doctor's rooms of the most important buildings of that time, which paved the way for the "Modern." Expertise, see excerpts from a catalogue of an a...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Upholstery, Beech
Classic Set 6 Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Bistro Dining Chairs
By Thonet
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic set 6 Thonet Bentwood Dining /Bistro chairs, model # 18.Labeled Made in Czechoslovakia.Nuce clean matched set, Retains original warm honey blonde fini...
Category
1940s Czech Vintage Expressionist Seating
Materials
Bentwood
Vienna Secession J. & J. Kohn Bench No. 67
Located in Vienna, AT
Extremely rare, beech bentwood frame with an embossed plywood seat and backrest. First time mentioned in the J. & J. Kohn catalog 1902 with the catalog no. 67. Still in original cond...
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech, Bentwood, Plywood
Pair of Salon Chair No.423 by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Pair of Cabaret Fledermaus chairs no.423 by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn after professional renovation with new fabric.
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Fabric, Beech
Josef Urban, Gebrueder Thonet chair, model number 405 - Original Secession Style
Located in Vienna, AT
brown-stained beechwood; seat and back rest with continuous leather cover; feet with brass and copper sabots; professionally restored; signs of age and use; height 98.5 cm, height of...
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech
Hans Vollmer & Prag Rudniker Wickerwork-Fabrication Chair Mod. 464
Located in Vienna, AT
Vienna c. 1902, manufactured by the Prag-Rudniker wickerwork factory, four-legged oakwood structure, original rush wickerwork, with attached original factory plaque. Measures: Height...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Oak
Fledermaus Secession Armchairs No.423
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Fledermaus secession armchairs no.423 designed by Josef Hoffmann for the Fledermaus Cabaret in 1905. Made by J&J Kohn, beautiful original preservation, stains on two seats.
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech
$2,872 / item
Rare Pair of Thonet Rattan Chairs, Made in 1890, Stable and Good Condition
By Thonet, Michael Thonet
Located in Stockholm, SE
This rare pair of Thonet rattan chairs, crafted in 1890, showcases exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design. Produced by the renowned Thonet company, these chairs feature a sturdy rattan frame with intricate woven detailing that adds both elegance and comfort. This particular model is a rare find, making it a unique addition for collectors or enthusiasts of vintage Thonet furniture...
Category
1890s Swedish Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Rattan, Bentwood
Thonet Sofa No.56
By Thonet, August Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet sofa no.56 professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Fabric, Bentwood
$1,316
Scarce early set (6) Bentwood Bistro/Cafe' Chairs. by Michael Thonet
Located in Buffalo, NY
Scarce early set of (6) Bentwood Bistro/Cafe' Chairs. by Michael Thonet .. I believe these to date around 1860's -70's ? Most unusual design,, Cant find this form on the internet??R...
Category
1860s Czech Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Fabric, Mahogany, Bentwood
Josef Hoffmann, Pair of Fledermaus Chairs, Austria, 1905 (First Edition)
Located in Argelato, BO
Pair of chair in bent beech designed by the illustrious Viennese architect Joseph Hoffmann for the Cabaret Fledermaus in Vienna in 1907.
In their sober and unmistakable style, they ...
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Bentwood
Thonet, a Bentwood Chaise Lounge with Wonderful Scroll Work Details & Cane Work
By Thonet
Located in London, GB
Thonet. A bentwood chaise lounge with an adjustable back with a flowing scrollwork frame with a cane work bed.
Stamped to the base with serial number and ??? - Paris retailer.
Dimen...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Bentwood chair by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bentwood chair by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.
Category
1920s Slovak Vintage Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Four chairs mod. Fledermaus, Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s
Located in Argelato, BO
Four bentwood chairs mod. Fledermaus by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s
It is one of the most famous creations of the Austrian architect Josef Hoffmann, one of the founding fathers...
Category
1910s Austrian Vintage Expressionist Seating
Materials
Straw, Bentwood
$1,340 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Josef Hoffmann 'Fledermaus Bat' Chair Model No.728
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Basel, BS
Designed by the renowned Viennese architect Josef Hoffmann in 1907 for the Fledermaus Cafe in Vienna, this single "Fledermaus" Model number 728, aka "Bat" Cafe chair features black upholstery covering the seat and backrest. The chair is supported by four cylindrical legs with spherical elements, showcasing a tub back with a horseshoe form base.
Crafted from bent beech wood, this rare chair was specifically created for the Cabaret Fledermaus in Vienna as one of Hoffmann's iconic designs. Representing a significant moment in design history, the chair is featured in the J. & J. Kohn catalogues as model no. 728. With its sleek bentwood frame, swooping armrests, and curved backrests, the chair exudes elegance and sophistication.
The Fledermaus chairs embody Hoffmann's renowned Viennese Secessionist style, known for its simple geometric shapes and use of high-quality materials. Considered a bold departure from traditional European nightclubs, the design quickly gained popularity for its iconic and innovative aesthetic.
This is an authentic Hoffmann chair manufactured by Wittman, the authorized manufacturer of the Fledermaus starting in the 1970s. This chair was sold by "Teo Jacob...
Category
Mid-20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Leather, Faux Leather, Beech
$1,431 Sale Price
20% Off
Thonet Nr. 31 Dining Chair
Located in Vienna, AT
Up to six available
Restored, originally green painted.
Category
1910s Austrian Vintage Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech
$590 / item
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...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Thonet Model No. 511 Bentwood Armchair, Vienna Secession, circa 1904
Located in Austin, TX
An iconic armchair of the Vienna Secession movement, the Thonet model no. 511 bent beechwood armchair, featuring stunning lines and beautiful proportions. A design tour de force, it ...
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Bentwood, Cane, Beech
Viennese Secessionist Style Bentwood Swivel Purser Desk Chair att. to Thonet
By Michael Thonet, Thonet
Located in New York, NY
Early Vienna Secessionist bentwood swivel Pursers, desk, office chair, attributed to Thonet ( Model 3 ) circa 1900/1920's, unsigned. The chair swivels and is adjustable in height ( 2...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech
Josef Hoffmann 'Buenos Aires' Suite by J&J Kohn, Austria, Early 20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A wonderful Vienna Secessionist parlor suite by Josef Hoffman, manufactured before 1920 by J & J Kohn, Vienna, Austria. The suite comprised of a settee and pair of armchairs or club ...
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Leather, Beech
Dining chairs no.18 by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Dining chairs no.18 by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished with new seats.
Category
1920s Slovak Vintage Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
$1,915 / set
Josef Hoffmann. Armchair Designed for the 5th Viennese Secession Exhibition 1899
Located in London, GB
Josef Hoffmann (1870-1956) designed for the 5th Viennese Secession exhibition in 1899.
An exceptional oak corner armchair.
The last image is of an identical armchair designed by Hoffmann which was exhibited at the Tate, Liverpool, in the 'Gustav Klimt: Painting, Design and Modern Life in Vienna 1900...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Oak
Original of Time Otto Wagner Armchair 1901 Jugendstil, Secession Style, 1901
Located in Vienna, AT
As pioneer and master of the Modern, Otto Wagner seized the then rather new technique of bending Wood for his furniture designs.
The design of this armchair dated back in 1901. This ...
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
J. J. Kohn Easy Armchair
Located in Vienna, AT
J. J. Kohn easy armchair excellent restored with new cane on seat and back
the back is warped (see pictures) the reason for the cheap price.
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Cane, Beech, Bentwood
$480 Sale Price
39% Off
Vienna Secessionist Bentwood Chair by Kohn Mundus
Located in New York, NY
Classic steam bent Vienna Secessionist side chair made in Czechoslovia, by J.J. Kohn & Mundus, circa 1900/1920's. The chair is in very good, clean, ready to use condition, showing o...
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Expressionist Seating
Materials
Cane, Bentwood
Sofa mod. Fledermaus, Josef Hoffmann for Kohn, 1910s
Located in Argelato, BO
Bentwood Sofa mod. Fledermaus by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob & Josef Kohn, 1910s
It is one of the most famous creations of the Austrian architect Josef Hoffmann, one of the founding fa...
Category
1910s Austrian Vintage Expressionist Seating
Materials
Straw, Bentwood
Fine Large Vienna Secession Armchair
Located in Long Island City, NY
A fine Vienna Secession armchair with wooden and mother of pearl marquetry details.
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating
Materials
Wood, Upholstery
Fischel bentwood café chair, early 20thy century
By Fischel
Located in Uppsala, SE
Stunning bentwood chair manufactured by Fischel around turn of the century 1900. Fischel was one of the larges producer of bentwood furniture alongside Thonet and J&J Kohn. The backr...
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech
Set of 5 Josef Frank Prague Chairs Made in Czechoslovakia, circa 1970s
By Thonet, Josef Frank
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional set of five bentwood armchairs design attributed to Josef Frank, marked Made in Czechoslovakia. The chairs are constructed of steam bent wood, probably beech, and nylon, circa 1970's. A Mid 20th C version of the early 20th C Frank...
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
$2,400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Bentwood dining chair no.20 by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bentwood dining chair no.20 by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.
Category
Early 1900s Slovak Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Original doc. Vienna Secession Hans Vollmer&Prag Rudniker Wickerwork-Fabrication
Located in Vienna, AT
Vienna c. 1902, manufactured by the Prag-Rudniker wickerwork factory, elm construction, original wickerwork. Height c. 83 cm, width c. 62 cm, depth c. 52 cm, height of seat c. 47 cm....
Category
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating
Materials
Wicker
Secession desk chair by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession desk chair by Thonet, professionally stained and repolished.
Category
1920s Slovak Vintage Expressionist Seating
Materials
Abalone, Beech, Bentwood
Expressionist seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Expressionist 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, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, bentwood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Expressionist seating 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 seating, popular names associated with this style include Thonet, Jacob and Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann, and Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH. 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 $145 and tops out at $130,851 while the average work can sell for $3,205.