This coat tree was designed for the Room de Luxe of the Willow Tea Rooms in Glasgow, Scotland.  The original was painted silver.  Two original examples exist.

Charles Rennie Mackintosh was one of the most talented architects of his time. He studied at the Glasgow School of Art, and was the apprentice of architect John Hutchinson before teaming up with Honeyman and Keppie. The spirit of his work is wonderfully reflected in his main work the Glasgow School of Art. Where it is possible to trace all the various stages of his career from the influence of Art Noveau up to the geometric purism of the Modernist movement. His furniture designs being widely acclaimed as being the most brilliant and modern of all British furniture of the time.

 

Made in Italy.

 

Dimensions:  H 79"  Dia 12 1/4"

 

Materials:  Coat hanger in black-stained oak.  Hooks in black enameled steel.  Trays in chrome-plated brass.