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Style: Expressionist
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.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating

Materials

Bentwood, Plywood

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...
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Early 20th Century Czech Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech

Vienna Secession J. & J. Kohn Bench Settee by Otto Wagner
Located in Vienna, AT
Rare, beech bentwood frame with an upholstered seat and backrest. First time mentioned in the J. & J. Kohn catalog 1906 with the catalog no. 412. Designed by Otto Wagner for J. & J....
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech, Bentwood, Upholstery

Fantastic Gustav Siegel 716 Sofa, J.J. Kohn, Vienna Secession 1900s
Located in Argelato, BO
Fantastic Art Nouveau sofa designed by famous Austrian architect Gustav Siegel for the world renowed bentwood company Jacob & Josef Kohn in Vienna/ Austria. Published in J&J Kohn...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech, 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...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Six Black Lacquered Vienna Secession Armchairs by Thonet, 1920s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare set of six Vienna Secession armchairs. Design by Gebrüder Thonet Austria. Striking Austrian design from the 1920s. Original black lacquered beech frames and back...
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1920s Austrian Vintage Expressionist Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Vienna secession bench/sofa by Otto Wagner executed by Pancota Vienna
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Vienna secession bench/sofa by Otto Wagner executed by Pancota Vienna in original vintage condition with signs of use.
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Vintage Bentwood Rocking Chair Att. to 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...
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Mid-20th Century American Expressionist Seating

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Bentwood Thonet armchair, early 20th century
Located in Uppsala, SE
Bentwood armchair with velvet seat manufactured by Thonet in the early 20th century. Fabric on the seat is most likely original to the chair. Stamped and with original sticker by the...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating

Materials

Velvet, Birch

Fledermaus Armchair by Josef Hoffmann, Design circa 1905
Located in Greding, DE
Rare "Fledermaus" armchair, designed by Josef Hoffmann around 1905 for the Wiener Werkstätte. Crafted from beechwood, the chair exemplifies Hoffmann's geometric design language. The ...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Otto Wagner Settee Bench Bentwood, Thonet, Austria, Vienna Secession, circa 1905
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A Vienna Secession bentwood settee by Otto Wagner and manufactured by Thonet, Austria, circa 1900. This settee is an authentic piece which is in great original condition with nice p...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

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 ...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

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...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech

A SITZMASCHINE Chair by JOSEF HOFFMANN & FISCHEL WIENER WERKSTATTE Austria 1910
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...
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1910s Austrian Vintage Expressionist Seating

Materials

Wood

Original Viennese Jugendstil Ensemle, Secession Style 1905-Restored Carefully
Located in Vienna, AT
An extraordinary Ensemble very carefully restored by an artist carpenter. Original upholstery
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Original Otto Prutscher&Kohn Jacob/Josef Jugendstil Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
Originally made by Thonet with the Nr: 567 - for the Café Heinrichshof - oposite the Vienna States Opera House, destroid 1945. Published first in 1908 in a "Sesselalbum" by Thonet (J...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann 'Fledermaus Bat' Chair Model No.728
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...
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Mid-20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating

Materials

Leather, Faux Leather, Beech

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...
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Late 19th Century Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Oak

Set of Six Vienna Scessionist Bentwood Dining Chairs Made in Austria by 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

Bentwood Chairs Attributed to Thonet
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech, bentwood not signed but attributed to Thonet catalog no. 14. Excellent restored up to 18 pieces available for the moment only one finished for additional ones is the delivery...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

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.
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1890s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech

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...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech, 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...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech, Bentwood, Plywood

Adolf Loos (1870-1933) Secessionist Bench, Thonet No.6150
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...
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Early 20th Century Expressionist Seating

Materials

Wood

6 Bentwood Chairs Mod 209 by Gebrüder Thonet
Located in London, GB
Set of six Thonet Model 209 Chairs Iconic bentwood armchairs crafted in beech, known for their elegant curves and timeless design. A classic piece originally designed by Gebrüder Tho...
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1950s Italian Vintage Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann Fledermaus Bentwood Settee Bench / White Lacquer
Located in Buffalo, NY
Originally designed by Josef Hoffmann for Cabaret "Fledermaus" in Viennas city centre. Beech bentwood painted bench manufactured by Thonet Vienna.. Difficult to determine exact age ?...
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1940s Austrian Vintage Expressionist Seating

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Four Vienna Secession Side Chairs by Jacob and Josef Kohn, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare set of four Vienna Secession side chairs. Design by Jacob and Josef Kohn. Striking Austrian design from the 1900s. Original lacquered beech and bentwood curved f...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

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

Viennese Secessionist Style Bentwood Swivel Purser Desk Chair att. to 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 Style Vienna Secession Armchair
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A statement armchair originally designed by Austrian multi-hyphenate Josef Hoffmann circa 1900 and produced by Thonet. Typical of Hoffmann’s style, this comfortable armchair has an a...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Thonet Armchairs by Otto Wagner
Located in Vienna, AT
Beach bentwood design by Otto Wagner about 1900 The fabric on the chairs is obsolete but I can offer you huge range Vienna Secession fabrics instad of. Delivery time 5-6 weeks  
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique 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...
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1910s Austrian Vintage Expressionist Seating

Materials

Straw, Bentwood

Rare Vienna Secession Wicker Armchairs by Hans Vollmer for Prag-Rudniker
Located in Vienna, AT
Wicker armchair painted designed by Hans Vollmer circa 1900 in Vienna for Prag-Rudniker Korbwaren-fabrication. Original used condition.
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Wicker

Bentwood dining room chair no.14 by Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bentwood dining room chair no.14 by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.
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Early 1900s Slovak Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

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 ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating

Materials

Leather, Beech

Set of Six Model 322 Bentwood Black Leather Dining Chairs by Josef Hoffmann
Located in Troy, MI
Set of 6 model 322 side chairs by Josef Hoffmann Originally designed for the dining room of the Purkersdorf Sanatorium in Austria circa 1904 This set was later manufactured by ICF ...
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1980s American Vintage Expressionist Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

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...
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Early 20th Century Czech Expressionist Seating

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

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...
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Mid-20th Century American Expressionist Seating

Materials

Metal

Three Piece Set by Josef Hoffmann w/ Beech Frame & Clarence House Fabric
Located in New York, NY
This elegant and refined three piece living room set, consisting of two chairs and a settee were designed by the legendary Josef Hoffman in Austria circa 1905. They feature concave d...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Josef Maria Olbrich, set of 4 armchairs for Thonet, Austria, 1910
Located in Argelato, BO
Josef Maria Olbrich, set of 4 armchairs for Thonet, Austria, 1910 Rare and extraordinary set of 4 bent beech chairs by the architect and designer Olbrich for Thonet from an important office in Trieste...
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1910s Vintage Expressionist Seating

Materials

Bentwood

Josef Hoffman “Fledermaus” wood and brown leather armchair
Located in San Francisco, US
A “Fledermaus” tinted wood armchair in stained curved wood, horseshoe-shaped structure highlighted with spheres. Seat and back covered in original re-dyed brown leather edged with up...
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20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating

Materials

Leather, Wood

Original 19th century bentwood Childrens rocking chair by Fischel Czechoslovakia
Located in København K, 84
This rare late 19th-century bentwood children's rocking chair, crafted by Fischel in Czechoslovakia, is a delightful example of both craftsmanship and design innovation during the er...
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1890s Czech Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Bentwood, Rattan, Beech

Secession office chair no.6513 by Otto Wagner
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession office chair no.6513 by Otto Wagner. Professionally stained and repolished with new fabric.
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1910s Austrian Vintage Expressionist Seating

Materials

Brass

Marcel Kammerer Original Gerbruder Thonet Armchair in Beech and Cane 1909
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
A single armchair manufactured by Gebruder Thonet in 1909 and designed by the Viennese architect Marcel Kammerer. This Thonet armchair presents a structure in dark brown stained bent...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Cane, Beech

Rage Thonet Dining or Side Chair No. 85
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood magahony stained from circa 1900.
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech, Bentwood, Plywood

Vienna Secession Armchair Model 6528 designed by Marcel Kammerer for Thonet
Located in Beograd, RS
In this listing you will find a beautiful and very rare bentwood armchair, crafted by Marcel Kammerer (1878 – 1959), a Viennese architect and designer who immigrated to Canada after ...
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1910s Austrian Vintage Expressionist Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech

Josef Maria Olbrich, Pair of armchairs for Thonet, Austria, 1910
Located in Argelato, BO
Josef Maria Olbrich, Pair of armchairs for Thonet, Austria, 1910 Rare and extraordinary set of 2 bent beech chairs by the architect and designer Olbrich for Thonet from an important office in Trieste...
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1910s Vintage Expressionist Seating

Materials

Bentwood

Bentwood dining chair no.20 by Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Bentwood dining chair no.20 by Thonet. Professionally stained and repolished.
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Early 1900s Slovak Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Thonet Bench Attributed to Otto Wagner
Located in Vienna, AT
Beach bentwood design by Otto Wagner about 1900 The fabric on the chairs is obsolete but I can offer you huge range Vienna Secession fabrics instad of. Delivery time 5-6 weeks        
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Vienna Secession Bench or Settee by Jacob and Josef Kohn, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and rare Vienna Secession bench or settee. Design by Jacob and Josef Kohn. Striking Austrian design from the 1900s. Original lacquered beech and bentwood curved frame....
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Low bentwood stool with cane seat by Thonet, Austria 1920s
Located in ECHT, NL
Original low stool. Made from bentwood and woven cane. Made by Thonet in the 1950s. Stamped with the Thonet name underneath.
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Mid-20th Century European Expressionist Seating

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Classic Set 6 Thonet No. 18 Bentwood Bistro Dining Chairs
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...
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1940s Czech Vintage Expressionist Seating

Materials

Bentwood

Thonet, a Bentwood Chaise Lounge with Wonderful Scroll Work Details & Cane Work
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...
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Early 1900s French Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Cane, Bentwood

Fledermaus Chairs by Josef Hoffman for Thonet, Pair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A fully restored pair of Josef Hoffman Fledermaus chairs by Thonet. Newly reupholstered in full grain blue leather. Thought reupholstered, the underside has a part cut out to reveal ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Expressionist Seating

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

Secession office chair attr. to Marcel Kammerer for Thonet
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession office chair attr. to Marcel Kammerer for Thonet in very nice original codition with signs of use.
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1910s Austrian Vintage Expressionist Seating

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Thonet Sofa No.56
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet sofa no.56 professionally stained and repolished.
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Fabric, 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 ...
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Early 1900s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Cane, Beech, Bentwood

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 very good original condition.
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1910s German Vintage Expressionist Seating

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Pair of Wassily Chairs by Knoll in Brown Leather and Chrome
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of Wassily sling armchairs by Knoll in brown leather and chrome. The Wassily Chair, also known as the Model B3 chair, was designed by Marcel Breuer in 1925–1926 while he was the...
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20th Century German Expressionist Seating

Materials

Chrome

antique Thonet bistro chairs no 14 118 webbing bentwood, 1880, set of 3
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Beautiful set of 3 authentic Michael Thonet no. 14 bentwood chairs with webbing seats by Thonet. Model nr 14 is without a doubt the most famous and most sold chair in the history o...
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1870s Austrian Antique Expressionist Seating

Materials

Rattan, Beech

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.

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