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.
Austrian Secession Enameled Basket, Metal & Glass, Vienna, Circa 1900
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
A charming and highly decorative Austrian Secessionist basket dating to circa 1900, beautifully combining metalwork and glass in the refined artistic spirit of the Vienna Secession m...
Metal
Josef Hoffmann Style Tiered Tray
Located in London, GB
Josef Hoffmann (style) tiered serving stand, 20th/21st century, goldtone pierced metal, unmarked.
Brass
Josef Hoffmann Vase, Wiener Werkstatte, circa 1915 - 1920
By Moser Glassworks, Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in New York, NY
Josef Hoffmann cut and ground clear crystal vase made by Ludwig Moser & Söhne, Karlsbad for Wiener Werkstätte circa 1915 - 1920. Stamp signature to underside: [MOSER KARLSBAD WW CZEC...
Glass
$5,200 / set
H 10.24 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Ceramic Planters Signed Austria, Vienna Secession Period, circa 1900
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of ceramic planters signed Austria. Vienna Secession period, circa 1900.
Ceramic
Large Art Deco Art Glass Faceted Vase in the Style of Josef Hoffmann
By Moser Glassworks, Josef Hoffmann
Located in San Diego, CA
This striking Art Deco glass vase is executed in a refined smoked gray (grey) tone and features a bold faceted, architectural form closely associated with early 20th-century Central ...
Glass
$1,175
H 1.19 in Dm 12.01 in
Josef Frank Brass and Mirror Tray/Plateau for Svenskt Tenn Swedish modern, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Refined mirrored plateau designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, in the 1940s. This circular tray features a beveled mirror surface set within a gilded brass frame, accente...
Brass
Mathieu Matégot Mid-Century Modern, Enameled Metal Basket, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, ES
Enameled metal basket designed by Mathieu Matégot. Manufactured by Ateliers Matégot (France,) circa 1950. Lacquered perforated metal, it has some traces of rust. In original condi...
Metal
1920s Josef Hoffmann for Weiner Wersktatte Silver Footed Bowl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
1920s. Silver footed bowl by famed designer Josef Hoffman and Wiener Werkstatte. Hoffman is a prolific designer who helped to cement the design of the Secessionist era. Werkstatte wa...
Silver
Hammered Brass Fluted Vase by Josef Hoffmann, Austria, c. 1920s
Located in San Francisco, CA
A hand-hammered brass vase with dramatic vertical fluting and flared rim. Marked "WIENER WERK STÄTTE" with JH monogram and WW mark.
Brass
Lidded Box by Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätte, 1920s
Located in Purkersdorf, AT
Lidded cigarette tin – handmade. Designed by Josef Hoffmann for the Wiener Werkstätte – no markings (see photo for a comparable object with a signature) – also documented in the MAK ...
Fruitwood
$1,292
H 8.86 in W 5.32 in D 5.32 in
"Skyscraper Vase" by Josef Hoffmann, Bieffeplast Production, Wiener Werkstätt
By Bieffeplast, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Argelato, BO
This flower vase, designed by Josef Hoffmann around 1905 for the Wiener Werkstätte, evokes the shape of a modernist skyscraper. The reissue is produced by Bieffeplast in Italy (80s),...
Metal
$21,862
H 27.96 in W 33.47 in D 9.85 in
Original Josef Hoffmann & Wiener Werkstatte Vienna Secessonist Flower Stand
By Woka Lamps, Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
A typical work from the early period of the Wiener Werkstatte. Punched iron sheet, white lacquered. See similar items - Wiener Werkstatte pattern books as displayed. No signature.
Metal
Josef Hoffmann, Wiener Werkstätte Brass Repoussé Bowl
Located in New York, NY
A jewel-like work of metalcraft by Josef Hoffmann, this footed brass bowl (model M sh 18), designed for the Wiener Werkstätte around 1925, brings tog...
Brass
Josef Hoffmann Brass Chalice
Located in New York, NY
Josef Hoffmann’s fluted brass chalice was based on the elegant form of the Doric column, drawing inspiration from ancient Greek architecture to convey a sense of timeless order and p...
Brass
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H 19.125 in Dm 10 in
Josef Hoffmann Black Gitterwerk Waste Basket or Umbrella Stand for Bieffeplast
By Bieffeplast, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Troy, MI
Josef Hoffmann hexagonal wastebasket or umbrella stand Originally designed in 1905, edition Bieffeplast circa 1980s Gitterwerk structure in black perforated steel with original lab...
Metal, Steel
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H 15.25 in W 8 in D 8 in
Vienna Secession / Wiener Werkstätte Josef Hoffmann Gridwork Basket, Bieffeplast
Located in Doraville, GA
Josef Hoffmann (1870 -1956) was an Austrian architect and designer. He was one of the founders of the Vienna Secessionist movement and cofounded the Wiener Werkstätte (Vienna Worksho...
Metal
Josef Hoffmann Vienna Secession Umbrella Stand Waste Paper Basket
By Josef Hoffmann, Bieffeplast
Located in Vienna, AT
Umbrella stand or waste-paper, designed by Josef Hoffmann in 1905, manufactured as a Wiener Werkstatte re-edition in the 1960s by Bieffeplast, Padu...
Steel
Wahliss Viennese Secessionist Austrian Porcelain Basket Dish
By Karl Klaus, Serapis Fayence Wahliss
Located in Astoria, NY
Wahliss Viennese Secession porcelain basket-form dish with gilt accents, designed by architect Karl Klaus in Vienna. Mark underneath. Minor wear to the glaze.
Porcelain