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Gerrit Rietveld's style reflects the characteristics of De Stijl, a Dutch art movement active in the early 20th century. Rietveld created simple, sleek furniture designs easily manufactured in mass by machines. Shop a variety of Gerrit Rietveld furniture on 1stDibs.
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Gerrit T Rietveld Utrecht Armchair Limited Edition Boxblocks Bertjan Pot Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful 'Utrecht' armchair designed by Gerrit T. Rietveld in 1935 originally for Metz & Co. department store in Amsterdam (Netherlands). This is a Cassina Limited Edition (no. 66 /...
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Vintage 1930s Italian Modern Armchairs
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Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Utrech Armchair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1935. Relaunched in 2015.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
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Fabric
Dimensions:
D 85 cm x W 64 cm x H 60 cm (SH 37 cm)
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Utrecht Armchair by Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1935. Relaunched in 2015.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
Gerrit T. Rietveld came up with the design for the Utrecht armchair...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Gerrit Thomas Rietveld Utrech Armchair by Cassina
By Cassina, Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Armchair designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1935. Relaunched in 2015.
Manufactured by Cassina in Italy.
Gerrit T. Rietveld came up with the design...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
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Fabric
Utrecht 637 Armchair, Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina
By Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Minerbio, BO
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Fantastic armchair, looks like new, used only for display. Original burgundy-colored fabric upholstery, has very slight imperfection in left armre...
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21st Century and Contemporary Armchairs
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Fabric
Crate Side Table by Gerrit Rietveld, Netherlands, 1930s
By Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Antwerp, BE
Brown crate side table by Gerrit Rietveld, crafted circa 1935 in the Netherlands, this table is a testament to Rietveld's avant-garde approach to furniture design. As a pioneering figure in the De Stijl movement, Rietveld revolutionized the concept of traditional craftsmanship with his radical creations. Constructed from standard lumber size planks, they showcase Rietveld's belief in the inherent strength and durability of packing materials. Despite facing criticism for their departure from conventional workmanship, Rietveld remained true to his dedication to functionality and simplicity. This side table offers a chance to own the enduring legacy of the De Stijl movement.
Gerrit Thomas Rietveld (1888–1964) was more than a furniture designer: he was an architectural maverick and a leading figure in the Dutch artistic movement De Stijl. His contributions to modern design transcend boundaries, shaping the landscape of 20th-century aesthetics. Rietveld's philosophy emphasized the purity of form and the integration of art into everyday life. Through his innovative use of materials and geometric abstraction, he challenged conventional norms and redefined the essence of design. His legacy lives on through timeless creations like the Black Crate...
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Vintage 1930s Dutch De Stijl Side Tables
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Wood