Offered by: Tishu
By appointment only Atlanta, GA 30327 , United States Call Seller 305.400.0561

Showrooms

A Rare Silver Vase with Glass Insert by Josef Hoffmann for Wiener Werkstätte

$ 20,000
  • Description
    A Wiener Werkstatte silver reticulated flower basket with original glass insert in a very rare model made with silver. Designed by Josef Hoffmann (Austrian, 1870-1956), Vienna, circa 1906 and produced by the Wiener Werkstatte from 1906-1916 in silver, silver-plated base metal, and zinc-plated iron as part of the "Gitterwerk" collection.
    The iconic design features the perforated square with looped reticulated handle. Branded with both Wiener Werstatte's logos, Josef Hoffman's artist cypher, 800 silver mark, and an Austrian silver mark. An amazing piece of work from Vienna Secession movement in wonderful form and condition.
    An identical model in silver is in the collection of the Victoria & Albert Museum, London, museum number M.15-1982, and presently on display in the 20th Century Gallery, Room 74, case CA4, box 57 along with other pieces from the 'Gitterwerk' series.
    H: 9 3/4, W: 4, D: 5 in. Weight: 4.6 oz. t.
  • More Information
    Documentation: Signed
    Notes: marked and branded
    Origin: United States
    Period: 1900-1919
    Materials: silver and glass
    Condition: Excellent. Excellent condition silver with light surface wear as expected, original glass insert remains with a minor chip on the rim.
    Creation Date: 1906
    Styles / Movements: Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau, Modern
    Incollect Reference #: 247049
  • Dimensions
    W. 4 in; H. 9.75 in; D. 5 in;
    W. 10.16 cm; H. 24.77 cm; D. 12.7 cm;
Message from Seller:

Our collection ranges from Neolithic Art to 20th century collectible art and design. It spans 5000 thousand years of history and crosses many civilizations and cultures. Our aesthetic strongholds are Mid-century studio design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian Textile Art and Contemporary Aboriginal Art. The diversity is united behind our singular vision to seek for timeless beauty and driven purely by our passion

Sign In To View Price close

You must Sign In to your account to view the price. If you don’t have an account, please Create an Account below.

Loading...
Loading... Loading...
  • This website uses cookies to track how visitors use our website to provide a better user experience. By continuing to browse this website, you are agreeing to our cookie policy
    Ok
Join InCollect close

Join to view prices, save favorites, share collections and connect with others.

Forgot Password?
  • Be the first to see new listings and weekly events
    Invalid Email. Please try again.
    Enter