Koloman Moser: Designing Modern Vienna 1897-1907

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During his short career, Koloman Moser became a towering figure in Viennese culture. His varied work in interior and graphic design, furniture, textiles, jewellery, metalwork, glass and earthenware helped usher in the modern era. This book surveys the entirety of Moser's oeuvre. It examines his work as a graphic designer and his involvement with the Vienna Secession, with special focus given to his role as an illustrator for the journal Ver Sacrum (Sacred Spring). Moser's forays into textile design and ceramic work are also introduced. The book features his designs for the Vienna Secession, Thonet Brothers and the Mautner family, among others that characterise his early modern style. The book also explores Moser's seminal role as a founding member of the Vienna Workshops, along with architect Josef Hoffman and patron Fritz Waerndorfer. Included are many reproductions of Moser's masterpieces, including the window of the Steinhof Chapel, his exhibition posters, postage stamps and currency and elegant samples from his design portfolio, "The Source." AUTHOR: Christian Witt-Dorring is the Curator of Decorative Arts at the Neue Galerie in New York City. He is the author of numerous books, including Josef Hoffman Interiors: 1902-1913. SELLING POINTS: .Tracing the career of Koloman Moser, one of the most influential figures in 20th-century design, this stunning book focuses on Moser's accomplishments in the decorative arts. 400 colour 70 b/w illustrations

Christian Witt-Dorring is the Curator of Decorative Arts at the Neue Galerie in New York City. He is the author of numerous books, including Josef Hoffman Interiors: 1902-1913 (Prestel).