Vienna Secession Furniture
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.
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Furniture
Beech, Bentwood
Mid-20th Century Vienna Secession Furniture
Rope, Bentwood
1890s Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Furniture
Beech, Bentwood
1940s Czech Vintage Vienna Secession Furniture
Bentwood
20th Century American Vienna Secession Furniture
Chrome
Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Furniture
Plywood, Bentwood
1930s Czech Vintage Vienna Secession Furniture
Beech, Bentwood
1930s Czech Vintage Vienna Secession Furniture
Beech, Bentwood
20th Century Vienna Secession Furniture
Wood
1970s North American Vintage Vienna Secession Furniture
Metal
Early 1900s Austrian Antique Vienna Secession Furniture
Leather, Beech
1970s Italian Vintage Vienna Secession Furniture
Straw, Beech
Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Furniture
Bentwood, Beech