Josef Hoffmann (1870-1956) was an Austrian architect and designer, and a prominent figure in the Vienna Secession and Wiener Werkstätte movements. He is particularly known for his modernist designs and his influence on the development of 20th-century design.

Hoffmann designed a wide range of products, from furniture and lighting to textiles and ceramics. His mid-century wares are characterized by their clean lines, geometric forms, and use of high-quality materials such as wood, metal, and leather. Hoffmann's designs were often intended to be both functional and beautiful, and many of his pieces remain popular with collectors and design enthusiasts today.

Some of Hoffmann's most famous mid-century designs include his Sitzmaschine chair, which features a curved seat and backrest and a metal frame, and his Kubus armchair, which is constructed from leather and tubular steel. He also designed a range of tableware, including the iconic more...

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Josef Hoffmann Cafe Fledermaus replica chair, late 20th century,…

Hoffmann Cafe Fledermaus Replica Chair, Late 20th Century, 74cm High

Josef Hoffmann Cafe Fledermaus replica chair, late 20th century, 74 cm high, 50 cm across the arms

After Josef Hoffmann pair of 'Cabinet Fledermaus' stools, black…

Hoffmann's Fledermaus Stools

After Josef Hoffmann pair of 'Cabinet Fledermaus' stools, black painted timber, Vienna, designed 1920s, 46 cm high, 36 cm deep

Otto Prutscher (Austria,1880-1949) & Jacob Low (Austria/Israel,…

Viennese Marquetry Sideboard by Prutscher and Low

Otto Prutscher (Austria,1880-1949) & Jacob Low (Austria/Israel,1887-1968), Wiener Werkstatte Viennese sideboard, 1922, manufactured at the furniture maker August Knobloch's Nachfolger, Vienna 7, Karl-Schweighofer-Gasse 10-12, to Prutscher's design and…

Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstatte carver chair from the Gallia…

Hoffmann's Carver Chair from Gallia Apartment, Vienna (1913)

Josef Hoffmann Wiener Werkstatte carver chair from the Gallia apartment in Vienna, circa 1913. 90 cm high, 60 cm across the arms Josef Hoffmann (1870?1956) attended the Academy of fine Arts in Vienna and studied architecture under Otto Wagner (one of…

A five piece cafe setting, designed by Josef Hoffmann for the…

Hoffmann's Cafe Setting for Cabaret Fledermaus in Vienna

A five piece cafe setting, designed by Josef Hoffmann for the opening of the Cabaret Fledermaus in Vienna in 1907. Manufactured by Jacob & Josef Kohn. Josef Hoffmann (1870 ?1956) was an Austrian architect and designer. He was among the founders of Vienna…

Josef Hoffmann Fledermaus settee including armchair, armchair…

Hoffmann's Fledermaus Settee and Armchair Set, 1930s

Josef Hoffmann Fledermaus settee including armchair, armchair with upholstery, settee rattan, (stamped), Austrian, c 1930s

Josef Hoffmann (Austrian, 1870-1956), Kubus sofa, designed 1910…

Hoffmann's Kubus Sofa by Wittmann

Josef Hoffmann (Austrian, 1870-1956), Kubus sofa, designed 1910 / c. 1990, manufactured by Wittmann, black leather, stained beech legs, height 72 cm, width 244 cm, depth 44 cm

A nest of Josef Hoffmann side tables. C. 1940s, Vienna.…

Josef Hoffmann Nesting Tables for Wiener Werkstatte

A nest of Josef Hoffmann side tables. C. 1940s, Vienna. Manufactured for Wiener Werkstatte (labelled Josef Kohn)

Josef Hoffman (Austrian, 1870-1956), Kubus sofa, designed 1910…

Hoffman's Kubus Black Leather Sofa

Josef Hoffman (Austrian, 1870-1956), Kubus sofa, designed 1910 manufactured by Wittmann Möbelwerkstätten, Austria, black leather three seater sofa. Height 72 cm, width 166 cm, depth 77 cm

Josef Hoffman (Austrian, 1870-1956), Kubus sofa, designed 1910…

Kubus Leather Sofa by Josef Hoffman

Josef Hoffman (Austrian, 1870-1956), Kubus sofa, designed 1910 manufactured by Wittmann Möbelwerkstätten, black leather three seater sofa. Height 72 cm, width 166 cm, depth 77 cm

Josef Hoffmann (Austrian, 1870-1956), Kubus sofa, designed 1910…

Hoffmann's Kubus: Black Leather Three-Seater Sofa

Josef Hoffmann (Austrian, 1870-1956), Kubus sofa, designed 1910 manufactured by Wittmann Möbelwerkstätten, Austria, black leather three seater sofa. Height 72 cm, width 166 cm, depth 77 cm

Josef Hoffman (Austrian, 1870-1956), Kubus sofa, designed 1910…

Kubus Sofa by Josef Hoffman

Josef Hoffman (Austrian, 1870-1956), Kubus sofa, designed 1910 manufactured by Wittmann Möbelwerkstätten, Austria, black leather three seater sofa. Height 72 cm, width 166 cm, depth 77 cm

Josef Hoffman (Austrian, 1870-1956), Kubus sofa, designed 1910…

Kubus Black Leather Sofa by Josef Hoffman

Josef Hoffman (Austrian, 1870-1956), Kubus sofa, designed 1910 manufactured by Wittmann Möbelwerkstätten, Austria, black leather three seater sofa. Height 72 cm, width 166 cm, depth 77 cm

Josef Hoffman (Austrian, 1870-1956), Kubus sofa, designed 1910…

Kubus Leather Sofa by Josef Hoffman

Josef Hoffman (Austrian, 1870-1956), Kubus sofa, designed 1910 manufactured by Wittmann, Möbelwerkstätten, Austria, black leather three seater sofa. Height 72 cm, width 166 cm, depth 77 cm

An unusual bentwood bedroom suite, Austrian, circa 1905 in the…

Bentwood Bedroom Suite in Hoffmann Style, Austrian 1905

An unusual bentwood bedroom suite, Austrian, circa 1905 in the style of Josef Hoffmann, comprising single bed, wardrobe, bedside table and dressing table with marble top and mirror