Lot 2084

Description

Free-standing. The accurately geometric body made of oak and softwood, veneered in American walnut, with some inlays and partially ebonised, lavishly carved in places. Mounted on eight tapering feet. The generous seating recess flanked by two cuboid compartments, each with a heavily carved door after models by Joseph Wackerle (1880 – 1959). Behind which a prospect with several drawers, some veneered from the inside. Continuous grooved decoration and magnificent carving, also modelled on designs by Wackerle. An overhanging writing surface on the top, with gold-embossed leather and delicately carved gallery. Iron and brass locks, brass bands. Delightfully established patina in lovely condition. Showing slight traces of age and use. Minimally restored. 82 x 172 x 90 cm.
The desk is illustrated in Dekorative Kunst, special edition on Architekt Paul Ludwig Troost – München. Das Haus Chillingworth in Nürnberg. 13th year, no. 5, 19 February (19)10. F. Bruckmann AG. Munich, pp. 233-234.
Paul Ludwig Troost (1878 – 1934) was a prestigious German architect and interior designer. A member of the Deutscher Werkbund (German Association of Craftsmen), he established his reputation as an interior designer with several fast steamers of the North German Lloyd. His most famous architectural works probably include the modern "Haus der Kunst" in Munich. His "steamship style" and designs for a monumentalised art déco style made him one of the most influential designers of his time. He was posthumously honoured with the German National Prize for Art and Science, instituted in 1937. The prize was only awarded nine times in total.

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