Wiener Werkstatte, Mahogany, ebony armoire, signed, c. 1920, Austria, walnut veneer with Macassar ebony trim, ball handles, attributed to Josef Hoffmann, the three hinged doors opening to adjustable shelves and hanging closet, "Wierner Werkstatte of America" stamp verso, 82"h x 78"w x 35"d

Notes/Literature: The "Wierner Werkstatte of America" was established in NYC as a retail outpost showcasing the broad range of wares of the Werkstatte studios, together with contemporary Austrian art by Gustaf Klimt and his circle. The store and cultural center were run by Josef Urban from 1919-1922, until shuttering from lack of enthusiasm by the American public

Fair, pre-restoration with scattered veneer losses and lifting throughout, some loose support boards requiring repair, one hinge detaching with bends, lacking some screws, lower bracket missing from one back panel requiring replacement, retains key, provided disassembled**Note: Condition reports are based on visual inspection under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. If you are interested in bidding, please contact us to request a more thorough examination, or make an appointment for in-person inspection. Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.