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Gustav Siegel for Jacob & József Kohn Model 835 Rocking Chair

Gustav Siegel / Jacob & József Kohn

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An exceptional museum-grade Model 835 rocking chair designed by Gustav Siegel for Jacob & József Kohn. Produced in early 20th-century Austria-Hungary, this rare piece showcases master bentwood craftsmanship with refined geometric framing.

An extraordinary museum-grade rocking chair designed by visionary architect and designer Gustav Siegel for the renowned Viennese workshop Jacob & József Kohn. Designated as Model 835, this rare iteration is a consummate example of early 20th-century Austro-Hungarian bentwood furniture design. The piece is meticulously crafted from solid wood featuring distinctive rectangular-section profiles and graceful hand-bent elements that marry structural integrity with organic fluidity. Fitted with upholstered inserts in a clean contrasting tone, the chair offers both sculptural presence and comfortable repose. A true collector's piece of historical significance, this rocking chair bridges the gap between late Art Nouveau experimentation and early modernism. It stands ready to anchor a sophisticated study, library, or curated living space.

Origin

Austria, Hungary

Dimensions

W 53 × D 93 × H 100 cm

Materials

Wood, Fabric

Condition

In preserved vintage condition with minor signs of age-appropriate wear.