Art Nouveau office chair with curved wood attributed to J&J Kohn, 704 1/2 4V

Magnificent antique office chair made of bent wood, dating from the early 20th century (circa 1900–1910). This model is distinguished by its elegant fan-shaped openwork backrest and its thermopressed wooden seat, adorned with a superb Art Nouveau floral pattern. Art Nouveau office chair in bent wood (attributed to Jacob & Josef Kohn, Model No. 704 1/2 4 V.) History & Model Specifications: Founded in Austria-Hungary, the house of Jacob & Josef Kohn was, alongside Thonet, one of the greatest pioneers of bent wood furniture. The brand was renowned for its innovative creations collaborating with prominent architects of the Wiener Werkstätte. As referenced in the Kohn catalogue of 1911-1912, the brand offered a modular system: starting from a basic structure (here the model 704 1/2 4 V), the customer could personalise their order by adding various options, such as the fan backrest or the choice of a specific engraved pattern for the plywood seat (variant V for Veneer). Style: Art Nouveau / Jugendstil. Manufacturer: Attributed to Jacob & Josef Kohn (model No. 704 1/2 4 V, catalogued in 1911–1912) Features: Fan backrest, pyrographed seat with floral pattern, metal protective caps on the feet. Condition: Signs of use consistent with age and usage. Notably, there are two small surface cracks (one at the edge of the seat and the other on a bent wood element, visible in the detailed photos). Beautiful warm and authentic patina. Dimensions: Total height: 82 cm. Seat height: 47 cm. Total width (armrest to armrest): 47 cm. Seat width: 46 cm. Seat depth: 42.5 cm / 46.5 cm. Weight: 5.3 kg. A rare and highly personalised piece of history, ideal for collectors of bent wood furniture and Art Deco. Careful shipping.