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Belgian Brutalist Oak Dining Chairs, Belgium 1970s

Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
Thanks to low-profile, clean-lined furnishings; an earth-tone-inspired colour palette; and little ornamentation, the minimal brutalist design style resonates with many. This organic set exudes tranquillity through its stylish but understated shapes and forms.

There is a reason behind solid wooden furniture’s enduring popularity: wood never goes out of style, it is enduring, sturdy, versatile, and therefore visually appealing. The development of design in Belgium is very typical for that in Europe generally, thus a branch of the European design tree with shared characteristics of the era’s Scandinavian and even French design. This set of twelve dining chairs is an evidence of the country’s long furniture manufacturing tradition. The dualism within these chairs is amazing: the pieces of this set can stand in an interior and have a function but also play a purely aesthetic role. The oak bodies’ proportions are very harmonious, with long, sleek backs and braced legs. The only element that serves a purely decorative role are the round ears on the top. The seats are very carefully carved to accommodate the sitter, while the high backs provide ample support for the back.

From architectural descriptions to individual pieces of furniture, materials, and colour palettes, brutalist style seems to have earned a permanent spot on the décor trend list. Similarly, wood has never gone out of style, and pieces combining the style and the material are only gaining popularity today. These solid oak Belgian chairs are equally striking standing alone, or as a set in an interior with a medley of styles.

Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Small scratches and marks on the wood.

Dimensions:
18.7 in W x 23.42 in D x 42.71 in H; Seat height 18.3 in
47.5 cm W x 59.5 cm D x 108.5 cm H; Seat height 46.5 cm

Shipping:
These dining chairs will be packed and shipped with the greatest care to make sure you will receive the work 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:	Belgium
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Wood
Condition:	Good. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Small scratches and marks on the wood.
Creation Date:	1970s
Number of Pieces:	8+
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	20220945, 20220958
Incollect Reference #:	529504

Dimensions

W.	18.7 in;	H.	42.72 in;	D.	23.43 in;
W.	47.5 cm;	H.	108.5 cm;	D.	59.5 cm;

Seat H.	18.31 in;
Seat H.	46.5 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