Art Nouveau Bentwood Seating Set Fledermaus by Josef Hoffmann for J&J Kohn, 1907, Set of 3

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Beautiful bentwood seating set designed by the world renowed austrian architect and founder of the "wiener werkstätte" - josef hoffmann … more Beautiful bentwood seating set designed by the world renowed austrian architect and founder of the "wiener werkstätte" - josef hoffmann for jacob & josef kohn around 1907. Extraordinary shaped of fine bentwood (=beech was bent under steam and high pressure), the bench and the chair carry the unique handwriting of josef hoffmann - the so-called "fledermaus" design which was designed for the famous cabaret fledermaus in vienna - a very own design that has made his creations famous and wanted all-over the globe. Both pieces have been newly upholstered with a fantastic looking, high quality backhausen fabric. A small pillow upholstered with the same fabric is included as a nice addition to this gorgeous art nouveau seating set from the early 20th century. A truly decorative set of timeless bentwood furniture from the company of j&j kohn coming in great restored condition. Chair dimensions: d 19.8" w 21.3" h 31.0". This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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