Rare Two-tier Cabinet by Eduard Wimmer-Wisgrill

Vienna, 1932

A rare and magnificent two-tiered cabinet by Eduard Wimmer-Wisgrill, 1932.   This unique cabinet was designed by Wimmer-Wisgrill for a bridge room in a 1932 exhibition and was manufactured by the illustrious Wiener Werkstatte, a workshop known for their fine materials and expert craftsmanship. The Austrian Museum in Vienna (MAK) has period photos of the cabinet in situ .  This striking cabinet is embellished with gold leaf in a chevron pattern and then incised with geometric patterns on alternating strips.  The cabinet rests on a simple black painted support; the interior is painted black.

Excellent Restored Condition

 55.75 H  52.75 W  21.25 D