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Thonet Armchairs by Otto Wagner
By Otto Wagner, Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
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Beach bentwood design by Otto Wagner about 1900 The fabric on the chairs is obsolete but I can offer you huge range Vienna Secession fabrics instad of.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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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Armchair J&J Kohn Nr.327 designed by Koloman Moser, since 1902
By Jacob Josef Kohn, Koloman Moser
Located in Praha, CZ
Vienna Secession, design attributed to Kolo Moser. In Kohn catalogues since 1902. In nice original condition, solid and compact. Minor repairs made. Perfectly cleaned and polished wi...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

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 ex...
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Expressionist Armchairs

Materials

Oak, Bentwood

Corner chair no.6 by J&J Kohn
By Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Corner chair no.6 by J&J Kohn. Professionally stained and repolished.
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Armchairs

Materials

Rattan, Beech, Bentwood

Beautiful Edwardian Inlaid Tub Back Chair
Located in Puglia, Puglia
A charming and exquisite Edwardian chair, with inlaid back and legs, and padded seat and backrest upholstered in patterned fabric, original from the period. The chair rests on curved...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

Vienna Secession Armchair by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn, Austria
By Otto Wagner, Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Lucija, SI
Rare and completely restored armchair from the era of Vienna Secession. Designed by Otto Wagner for j&J Kohn
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Wood, Bentwood

Thonet Mundus Style Bentwood Armchair
By Thonet-Mundus
Located in Pasadena, TX
This Armchair is made in the Thonet Mundus style. The arms are made of bentwood as they stabilize the back of the chair. The legs are stabilized by bentwood stretchers. The chair is ...
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

Art Nouveau Bentwood Armchair, Attributed to Thonet, circa 1900
By Thonet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Art Nouveau bentwood armchair, circa 1900, attributed to Thonet. The chair displays the elegant curved backrest and flowing arm supports characteristic of Viennese Secession design. ...
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood, Fabric

Fledermaus Chairs by Josef Hoffman for Thonet, Pair
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
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 Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Bentwood

4 Black Bentwood Cane Josef Hoffman Prague 811 Armchairs for Stendig by Thonet
By Stendig Co., Josef Hoffmann, Thonet
Located in Topeka, KS
Iconic vintage Bauhaus black painted bentwood & cane Josef Hoffman Prague 811 armchairs imported by Stendig for Thonet, a set of 4. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that these ar...
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Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Bentwood, Paint

1920s Pair of Bentwood Armchairs, Czechoslovakia
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 - Height of seat 50 cm
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Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood, Fabric

Very rare Elephant Desk Chair by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Oirlo, LI
Step into the world of early 20th-century design innovation with the exceptional furniture creations of Josef Hoffmann for J. & J. Kohn. These pieces are not just furniture—they are ...
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

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 wobbly.
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Austrian Armchair Model No. 420 by Marcel Kammerer for Jacob and Josef Kohn
By Marcel Kammerer
Located in Reichenschwand, DE
This Austrian Armchair Model No. 420, designed by Marcel Kammerer for Jacob & Josef Kohn in Museal Manner, is a stunning embodiment of the Viennese Secession style, exemplifying the ...
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Secession Fledermaus armchairs by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession Fledermaus armchairs by Josef Hoffmann. Professionally stained and repolished with new fabric.
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Original of Time Otto Wagner Armchair 1901 Jugendstil, Secession Style, 1901
By Otto Wagner, Thonet-Mundus, Woka Lamps
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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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Thonet Armchair Catalog Number 1798
By Thonet-Mundus
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...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Thonet Armchair Catalog Number 1798
Thonet Armchair Catalog Number 1798
$1,139 Sale Price
56% Off
Armchair Model No. 511 by Wiener Werkstätten for Thonet in Museal Manner, 1904
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Reichenschwand, DE
This rare upholstered version of Armchair No. 511 is an extraordinary find, particularly in its entirely original condition. With its distinctive design originating from the Vienna W...
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Linen, Upholstery, Cord, Bentwood, Lacquer, Trimming

Josef Maria Olbrich, Pair of armchairs for Thonet, Austria, 1910
By Joseph Maria Olbrich, Thonet
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...
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Vintage 1910s Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

Josef Maria Olbrich, set of 4 armchairs for Thonet, Austria, 1910
By Thonet, Joseph Maria Olbrich
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 importan...
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Vintage 1910s Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

Josef Hoffmann Office Chair With Porcelain Caster Wheels For FISCHEL 1910s
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Čelinac, BA
Josef Hoffmann Office Chair With Porcelain Caster Wheels for Fischel 19010s
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Antique Early 1900s Czech Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

Original Otto Wagner Armchair 1901 Jugendstil, Secession Style, 1901
By Woka Lamps, Otto Wagner, Thonet-Mundus
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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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Original secessionistic Armchair ("Fledermaus-Chair"), Josef Hoffmann (1915)
By J J Kohn Mundus, Josef Hoffmann, Jacob Josef Kohn, Gustav Siegel
Located in Wien, AT
Object: Armchair Design: Josef Hoffmann (Vienna, circa 1905) or Gustav Siegel (according to Renzi) Model Number: 728 A (J. J. Kohn) / 410 (Mundus) Production: presumably Mundus (Vie...
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

Sitzmaschine von Prof. Josef Hoffmann, Modell 670, Jacob Josef Kohn
By Josef Hoffmann, Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Wien, AT
Object: Armchair ("Sitzmaschine" / "Morris Armchair") Design: Prof. Josef Hoffmann (Vienna, 1905) Model Number: 670 (Jacob & Josef Kohn) Manufacturer: Unknown (circa 1910/1915) - no ...
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Slatted Arm Chair Art Nouveau designed by Thonet
By Thonet
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare set of two slatted art nouveau arm chairs in used original condition. Designed by Thonet Austria.
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

Armchair Thonet Nr.6142, Otto Wagner in 1905
By Otto Wagner
Located in Praha, CZ
Seat Height 54cm - Designed by Otto Wagner in year 1905. - Very rare original fabric in good condition - made in Austria. - Cleaned.
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

J. J. Kohn Easy Armchair
By Jacob Josef Kohn
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.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Beech, Bentwood

J. J. Kohn Easy Armchair
J. J. Kohn Easy Armchair
$480 Sale Price
39% Off
4 x original secessionistic Armchair, Otto Wagner for Thonet ("Postsparkasse")
By Otto Wagner, Thonet
Located in Wien, AT
Objekt: Armlehnstuhl “Postsparkasse” (4 Exemplare vorhanden) Entwurf: Otto Wagner (Wien, um 1905) Modell-Nummer: 6516 Ausführung: Gebrüder Thonet (ab 1907) - Thonet Testvérek gemarkt...
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Antique Early 1900s Hungarian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Bauhaus Armchair Pair in Bentwood, Model A 60F by Thonet-Mundus, Austria, 1929
By Thonet-Mundus
Located in Berlin, DE
Modernist armchairs pair in Bauhaus style. The large lacquered bentwood armchair appeared in the Thonet-Mundus catalog from 1929 along with a rocking chair, a stool and a table. The ...
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Vintage 1920s German Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Upholstery, Beech, Bentwood

Four chairs mod. Fledermaus, Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s
By Josef Hoffmann
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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Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

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Straw, Bentwood

Art Nouveau Around 1900 Bentwood Armchair
Located in Darmstadt, DE
The art nouveau armchair was made of bentwood. The seat has been reupholstered and covered with a very beautiful Art Nouveau fabric. The chair is reminiscent of Thonet chairs, but n...
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Art Nouveau Thonet Armchairs by Josef Hoffmann, White Lacquered, AT ca. 1905
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Fantastic pair of white Art Nouveau Thonet armchairs from the period around 1905 in Austria. The timeless design of this iconic Art Nouveau armchairs comes from the pen of no other t...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Vienna Secession Armchair by Jakob Josef Kohn Nr. 67
By Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Vienna, AT
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. A beautiful original condition. A sui...
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

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Beech, Bentwood, Plywood

Josef Hoffmann style bentwood armchairs, 1920´s, Europe
By Josef Hoffmann
Located in Prague 8, CZ
These bentwood upholstered chairs were designed in the style of Josef Hoffmann and made in Austria in the 1920´s. Made of bent beechwood and upholstery. The wood is in very good Vin...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Upholstery, Wood, Beech, Bentwood

Secession Armchair by Josef Hoffmann
By Jacob Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Secession armchair by Josef Hoffmann professionally stained and repolished. Signed J&J Kohn Teschen Austria.
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

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Bentwood

Pair of bentwood Armchairs mod. Fledermaus by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s
By Thonet, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Brussels , BE
Pair of bentwood Armchairs mod. Fledermaus by Josef Hoffmann for Thonet, 1910s Produced by J&J Kohn - Austria, 1905 Measures : 57cmx50cm H:71cm SH:44,5cm Materials : Beech - Fabric
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Early 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

Armchair by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob and Josef Kohn, Vienna
By Jacob Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann
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 ...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

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Beech, Bentwood

2x secessionistic armchair by Marcel Kammerer (attr.), Mundus (Vienna, ca. 1915)
By Marcel Kammerer, Thonet-Mundus
Located in Wien, AT
Objekt: 2 x Armlehnstuhl Entwurf: Marcel Kammerer zugeschrieben (Wien, um 1910) Modell-Nummer: Symbiose (Luxusausführung) aus Modell 6522 & 6528 (für Gebrüder Thonet) Ausführung: Mun...
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Jugendstil armchairs by J&J Kohn
By Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Jugendstil armchairs by J&J Kohn in original condition with signs of use.
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Pair of ‘A 60 F’ armchairs for Thonet Mundus, Austria 1929
By Thonet
Located in London, GB
With their Bauhaus form this pair of ‘A 60 F’ armchairs by Thonet Mundus epitomise avant-garde design. Their arms and legs connect round to form a soft rectangular form, giving the c...
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Cotton, Bentwood

White Art Nouveau Armchair by Marcel Kammerer, Early 20th Century, AT ca. 1908
By Marcel Kammerer
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Rare, early 20th century armchair designed by the famous Austrian architect Marcel Kammerer (1878 -1959) around 1908 in Austria. The timeless design of this iconic Art Nouveau armcha...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

Very rare armchairs nr.813 /1F by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob Josef Kohn
By Jacob Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann
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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Vintage 1910s German Jugendstil Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Very rare armchairs nr.813 /1F by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob Josef Kohn
By Josef Hoffmann, 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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Vintage 1910s German Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

J J Kohn Chair 714 by Otto Wagner, 1920s
By Otto Wagner
Located in Čelinac, BA
Jacob and Josef Khon 714 chair by Otto Wagner Wiena 1920s.
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

Art Nouveau Bentwood Armchairs by O. Wagner / G. Siegel, Thonet, Set of 2, 1905
By Thonet
Located in Wien, AT
Instagram: traudes.kinder Website: www . traudeskinder . com Objekt: Armlehnstuhl (2 Exemplare vorhanden) Entwurf: Firmenentwurf des Thonet`schen Entwurfsbüros unter Leitung Marcel ...
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Armchairs

Materials

Leather, Beech, Bentwood

Office Chair No.6150 by Adolf Loos for Thonet
By Thonet, Adolf Loos
Located in Kleinburg, ON
The Secession office chair no.6150 is a classic piece of furniture designed by the influential Austrian architect and designer Adolf Loos in the early 20th century. It was executed b...
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

2x Secessionistic armchairs by Koloman Moser/Otto Wagner for J.&J. Kohn
By Otto Wagner, Jacob Josef Kohn, Koloman Moser
Located in Wien, AT
Objekt: Armlehnstuhl (2 Exemplare vorhanden) Entwurf: Koloman Moser (Wien, um 1900) oder Otto Wagner (Wien, um 1901) Modell-Nummer: 412 Ausführung: Jacob & Josef Kohn (Wien, um 1902)...
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Rare Armchair by Josef Hoffmann
By Josef Hoffmann, Thonet-Mundus
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 Vienna Secession Armchairs

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Beech, Bentwood

Bauhaus Armchairs by Adolf Gustav Schneck No. A 64 F Austria 1927
By Gustav Adolf Schneck
Located in Almelo, NL
Armchairs by Adolf Gustav Schneck No. A 64 F Austria 1927. Beech bentwood armchairs model No. A 64 F was designed by Gustav Adolf Schneck and made by Thonet in the late 1920s. The...
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Early 20th Century Austrian Bauhaus Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood, Plywood

Secessionistic Chairs by Gustav Siegel, ex. by J.J.Kohn (Vienna, 1900)
By Jacob Josef Kohn, Gustav Siegel
Located in Wien, AT
Objekt: Sitzgarnitur (1 Armlehnstuhl, 2 Sessel) Entwurf: Gustav Siegel, Wien um 1899 Modell-Nummer: 715F (Armlehnstuhl) / 715 (Sessel) Ausführung: Jacob & Josef Kohn, Wien um 1905 Ma...
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Vienna Secession Armchair by Gustav Siegel for J.J.Kohn, Modell 715/F, 1899
By Gustav Siegel, Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Wien, AT
Objekt: Armlehnstuhl (mehrere Exemplare in unterschiedlicher Ausführung vorhanden) Entwurf: Gustav Siegel, Wien um 1899 Modell-Nummer: 715F Ausführung: Jacob & Josef Kohn, Wien um 19...
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Brass

Art Nouveau Armchair, J. Hoffmann for J.J.Kohn ("Elephant Chair", Vienna, 1910)
By Josef Hoffmann, Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Wien, AT
Objekt: Armlehnstuhl Entwurf: Josef Hoffmann / Fritz Nagel, Wien um 1908 Modell-Nummer: 701/2F ("Elephant Chair") Ausführung: Jacob & Josef Kohn, Wien um 1910 Maße in cm (H x B x T):...
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Bentwood

Bentwood Children Chair by Thonet
By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH
Located in Vienna, AT
Beech bentwood Thonet Nr. 1 first time mentioned in the catalogue from the 1880s. This one is from 1910s-1920s. Chair is fully restored, walnut stained and shellack polished with ne...
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Cane, Beech, Bentwood

Bentwood Children Chair by Thonet
Bentwood Children Chair by Thonet
$460 Sale Price
22% Off
Elephant Desk Chair by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn
By Josef Hoffmann, Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Elephant desk chair by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn professionally stained and repolished.
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Bentwood

Pair of Austrian Secessionist Bentwood Open Armchairs
By Gustav Siegel, Jacob Josef Kohn
Located in NYC, NY
A Classic pair of Austrian Secessionist bentwood open armchairs. The legs ending in brass sabots. Paper label and also stamped JJ Kohn underside.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Chairs

Materials

Brass

Pair of Secession Armchairs Atr. Adolf Loos Ex. by Thonet
By Thonet, Adolf Loos
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Pair of secession armchairs atr. Adolf Loos ex. by Thonet in original condition.
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Bentwood

Thonet Club Chairs No.6517 by Marcel Kammerer for Thonet
By Marcel Kammerer
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Thonet club chairs no.6517 by Marcel Kammerer for Thonet Austria 1905 in original condition with signs of usage.
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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Bentwood

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Early 20th Century Bentwood Armchairs For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of early 20th century bentwood armchairs for sale on 1stDibs. There are many kinds of early 20th century bentwood armchairs to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern early 20th century bentwood armchairs are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made early 20th century bentwood armchairs over the years, but those made by Thonet, Jacob and Josef Kohn and Josef Hoffmann are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Early 20th Century Bentwood Armchairs?

Prices for early 20th century bentwood armchairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, early 20th century bentwood armchairs begin at $221 and can go as high as $39,390, while the average can fetch as much as $2,200.

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