1927
4.3
×40.2
cm
Maria Likarz-Strauss’s work was deeply connected to the overall ethos of the Wiener Werkstätte, which sought to elevate the decorative arts by combining functionality with artistic innovation. Her designs, including Maloja, were modern and progressive, standing in contrast to more traditional decorative styles like Art Nouveau or the Arts and Crafts movement, which still continued to have an impact especially in decorative arts and architecture at the time.
As with other textiles designed for the Wiener Werkstätte, the Maloja fabric was intended for practical use in furnishing, while also serving as an artistic statement in line with the workshop's vision of blending art and life. The fabric could have been used for upholstery, curtains, or other interior elements, bringing modern art into everyday settings. (ms)
