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Dutch Art Deco Armchair, The Netherlands 1940s

Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
Art Deco was a modern art style that attempted to infuse functional objects with artistic touches, and as this armchair shows, quite successfully. Like many of the chair designs from the late Art Deco, this Dutch armchair already shows the influence of mid-century modernism as well.

With an elementary structure, the artistry is most visible in the paper cord seat and back. As this chair showcases, Art Deco in The Netherlands emphasized the uniqueness and originality of handmade objects and featured stylized, organic forms. Accordingly, the construction of this rare early 1940s design is quite traditional and basic. The solid oak frame recalls modernist influences such as Cubism and De Stijl in its forms and lines. The horizontal lines leave open spaces, emphasizing the openness of the design. The legs have a stretcher between them, giving the chair a “grounded” look. The straight lines of the frame and rope weaving clearly show wonderful craftsmanship. Using natural materials, the Dutch craftsman created an organic and timeless appearance that recalls the aesthetic of ‘The Hague School’.

In the Netherlands, Art Nouveau fizzed with a desire to innovate and with idealism, but it was also a search for the authentic, a quest for the “genuine”. We can point to this sentiment as the reason for the rarity of this model.

Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair has its original paper cord back and seat with some small stains and discolouration. The right front leg has a small, thin crack.

Dimensions:
24.21 in W x 27.16 in D x 29.92 in H; Seat height 13.18 in
61.5 cm W x 69 cm D x 76 cm H; Seat height 33.5 cm

Shipping:
This armchair will be packed and shipped with the greatest care to make sure you will receive the items in gallery condition. Complimentary shipping within the Netherlands.

IMPORTANT!
VAT normally applies and will be added to items when purchased by a European buyer or transported to a location within the EU.

More Information

Origin:	Netherlands
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Paper Cord, Wood
Condition:	Good. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The chair has its original paper cord back and seat with some small stains and discolouration. The right front leg has a small, thin crack.
Creation Date:	1940s
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	20210602
Incollect Reference #:	453208

Dimensions

W.	24.21 in;	H.	29.92 in;	D.	27.17 in;
W.	61.5 cm;	H.	76 cm;	D.	69 cm;

Seat H.	13.19 in;
Seat H.	33.5 cm;

Message from Seller:

Located in Utrecht, The Netherlands, H. Gallery specializes in modern and contemporary design with a strong focus on Brazil and Scandinavia. The gallery strives to preserve and promote especially Brazil's rich design heritage and curates a select group of contemporary artists. Meticulous research, ie getting in contact with the original designers, producers, their heirs, and retrieving and indexing old catalogues and magazines is at the heart of its activities. All works presented excel in great

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