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Josef Hoffmann for Wittmann "Cabaret Fledermaus" Bench in Beechwood

Hold

Documentation

Signed

Origin

Austria

Period

1950-1979

Materials

beech, textile

Dimensions

W.	47.25 in;	H.	29.5 in;	D.	18.75 in;
W.	120.02 cm;	H.	74.93 cm;	D.	47.63 cm;

Seat H.	18 in;
Seat H.	45.72 cm;

Condition

Good. Excellent, vintage condition

Description

Sculptural bench originally designed in 1907 by Josef Hoffman for the Cabaret Fledermaus and manufactured in the 1960s by the Austrian manufacturer, Wittmann. Features a beechwood frame with a spindle-back construction and upholstered seat (the fabric is original and in very nice, vintage condition).
Retains the brass manufacturer tag to the underside.
Measures: H 29.5"
L 47.25"
D 18.75"
Seat length 42.25"
Seat height 18".
Corresponding accent table listed separately.

Styles / Movements

Modern, Secession

Incollect Reference Number

408629