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Richard Riemerschmid Secessionist Cabinet, circa 1905

Offered by: Kulik Selzer

Description
A very rare and important cabinet, designed by Richard Riemerschmid, made by Dresdner Werkstatten fur Handwerkskunst, 1905.

Still retaining its original off white paint, as was the fashion of the time, seen in the furniture of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Joseph Hoffman. The piece retains the original brass lock, hinges and pins. The simple interior has adjustable shelves.

The Vienna Secession movement were advocates of simplicity rational construction and honest use of materials which in turn influenced modern design developments, so global was their influence that the Weiner Werkstätte even had a shop in New York in the early 20th century.

The Brohan Museum, Berlin, has the identical model in larch in their collection

More Information

Origin:	Austria
Period:	1900-1919
Condition:	Good. The pice is in overall stunning condition. The paintwork has wear but in a good way, as it should be.
Creation Date:	1905
Styles / Movements:	Secession
Book References:	The Brohan Museum, Berlin, has the identical model in larch in their collection
Incollect Reference #:	767297

Dimensions

W.	44 in;	H.	80 in;	D.	22 in;
W.	111.76 cm;	H.	203.2 cm;	D.	55.88 cm;

Message from Seller:

Kulik Selzer specializes in curating modern libraries on visual culture and design, as well as sourcing exceptional pieces of modern design and decorative arts. Viewings are available by appointment at our showrooms in London and Rancho Santa Fe. Contact us at 858.269.2422 or email babette@kulikselzer.com.