Gesamtkunstwerk

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Gesamtkunstwerk ("Werk") Photograph: Jakob N. Layman

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Time Out says

Fri Aug 13 2010

Unmarked and hidden below street level, Gesamtkunstwerk—which translates to “complete artwork,” but most folks call it Werk—is like shopping in an artist’s studio, complete with a work space in back and crafts displayed up front. Fresh out of the Cooper Union School of Art, business partners and friends Allie Kuzyk and Lucia Vera opened the cozy gallery to showcase the creations of local artists and sell their own quirky jewelry designs, which they craft on premise. Pick up unique gifts like Trashmour crocheted necklaces made from recycled plastic bags ($60–$90), Der Bears stuffed creatures handmade from reworked cotton, linen and velour ($10–$65), Naughty & Nice animal paintings on vintage wallpaper ($50–$350), and Kuzyk’s sterling silver and pewter pendants ($20–$50) and earrings cast from found objects, including starfish from Jones Beach and acorns from Central Park ($30). Aspiring designers, take note: Werk will offer jewelry-making workshops ($125) in its studio on Sundays from noon to 3pm, where you can learn to make your own sterling silver rings.

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Address:
Gesamtkunstwerk 9 Clinton St
Lower East Side
New York

Cross Street:
between E Houston and Stanton Sts
Venue phone:
646-476-9100
Venue website:
cantspellit.com
Opening hours:
Mon, Wed–Sun noon–9pm
Transport:
Subway: F to Lower East Side–Second Ave
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1. Gesamtkunstwerk
  - 9 Clinton St
    Lower East Side
    New York
  - 646-476-9100
  - cantspellit.com
  - 40.721063,-73.984157

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