Wiener Werkstätte (the Vienna Workshop) 1910 – 1925

The Wiener Werkstätte (engl.: Vienna Workshop), established in 1903 by the graphic designer and painter Koloman Moser, the architect Josef Hoffmann and the patron Fritz Waerndorfer, was a productive cooperative of artisans in Vienna, Austria. The Werkstätte brought together architects, artists and designers working in ceramics, fashion, silver, furniture and the graphic arts. It is regarded as a pioneer of modern design, and its influence can be seen in later styles such as Bauhaus and Art Deco.

New Year Greeting’s card designed by the company, about 1910
Tea service by Josef Hoffmann, 1928
Neue Wiener Werkstätte Catalouge showing the design features still in use today.

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