Josef Kohn Chairs and Settee - Set of 5

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Josef Kohn Chairs and Settee - Set of 5

A magnificent and rare Vienna Secession living room set, designed by Jacob & Josef Kohn, comprising one bench/settee, two armchairs, and four side chairs—a striking ensemble of Austrian Art Nouveau design from the early 1900s. Crafted in lacquered beech with elegantly curved bentwood frames, each piece reflects the graceful geometry and refined minimalism that defined the Vienna Secession movement. The set remains in very good original condition, retaining a rich patina that speaks to its age and authenticity. Each item is stamped and marked with the maker’s signature: “Jacob & Josef Kohn, Wien”—a testament to its provenance.

The company Jacob & Josef Kohn was founded in 1849 and became one of the leading producers of bentwood furniture in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, alongside Thonet. Their chairs are known for elegant curves, lightweight construction, and Art Nouveau or Secessionist influences. Works by Jacob & Josef Kohn are held in major museum collections, including the Museum of Modern Art (New York), the Museum of Applied Arts (Vienna), and the Disseny Hub (Barcelona), cementing their legacy as pioneers of modern design. This rare set is not only functional but a collectible piece of design history, ideal for connoisseurs of early 20th-century decorative arts.