Hoffmann's Cafe Setting for Cabaret Fledermaus in Vienna
click the photo to enlarge
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 Secession and co-establisher of the Wiener Werkstatte. The cabaret bar was founded in 1907 on the initiative of the Wiener Werkstatte founding member and patron Fritz Warndorfer, in the basement of a house in Karntner Strasse 33. The interior design in Art Nouveau was planned by Josef Hoffmann, and the execution was carried out by the Wiener Werkstatte, in addition to Hoffmann, with several renowned artists of the Viennese Art Nouveau style involved in the design: Gustav Klimt, Oskar Kokoschka, Anton Kling, Koloman Moser, Carl Otto Czeschka and Eduard Wimmer. The interior design including the stage and furniture, as well as posters, postcards, cutlery and the pins of the ushers were designed by the Wiener Werkstatte. The most striking design element of the cabaret premises was from 7000 majolica mosaic pieces which adorned the walls of the bar and the dressing room. (5)
You must be a subscriber, and be logged in to view price and dealer details.
Subscribe Now to view actual auction price for this item
When you subscribe, you have the option of setting the currency in which to display prices to $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.
This item has been sold, and the description, image and price are for reference purposes only.
- Art Nouveau Period - The Art Nouveau period was a cultural movement that emerged in the late 19th century, and was characterized by its emphasis on natural forms, flowing lines, and a decorative, ornamental style. Art Nouveau was a reaction against the ornate and heavily stylized designs of the previous era, and sought to create a new, more organic aesthetic.
Art Nouveau was characterized by its use of sinuous, curving lines, as well as a focus on natural elements such as flowers, vines, and other organic shapes. Art Nouveau designers sought to create a total work of art, in which every element of a building or object was designed to be harmonious with the overall design.
Some of the most iconic examples of Art Nouveau design include the Paris Metro entrances designed by Hector Guimard, the works of the artist Alphonse Mucha, and the architecture of Victor Horta in Brussels.
The Art Nouveau period was at its peak between 1890 and 1910, but began to decline in popularity by the start of World War I. However, Art Nouveau remains an important influence on design and art to this day, and continues to be celebrated for its emphasis on natural forms and decorative style.
This item has been included into following indexes:
Visually similar items
Grant Featherston 'Varna' setting for Aristoc, circular table and four chairs, Laminate and vinyl on aluminium base, Australia, c 1960s, table 74 cm high, 90d, chair 78 cm high, 39 cm wide, 54 cm deep
Sold by
in
for
You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.
Twen coffee table, Australia, c 1970s
Sold by
in
for
You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.
A circular Warren Mcarthur side table and chair
Sold by
in
for
You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.
A pair of 1950s French laminate chairs with matching dropside kitchen table, table 76 cm high, 80 cm wide, 60 cm deep
Sold by
in
for
You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.