Offered by: Goldwood by Boris
By Appt. Antwerp 2140 , Belgium Call Seller 32493794223

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Gerrit Rietveld Red Laquer Zig Zag Chairs for Cassina

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  • Description
    The inconic 'Zig Zag Chair' was designed by Gerrit Thomas Rietveld in 1934. Relaunched in 1973/ 2011 and manufactured by Cassina in Italy. This contemporary edition is red with white sides, highlighting the relationship between the vertical, oblique, and horizontal lines. This chair provided an early example of a cantilevered seat and is composed of four wood boards articulated end-to-end to form an extremely eye-catching example of an unstable structure. Eschewing the traditional legs-seat-back sequence, Rietveld created a ribbon of wood forming a Z-shape. The crafts mastery of Cassina’s carpenters is seen in the execution of the dove-tail joints, which add to the beauty of the piece. This colored wooden lacquer version reflects a number of variations on the theme made by Rietveld.

    About the designer:
    Gerrit Thomas Rietveld (24 June 1888–25 June 1964) was a Dutch furniture designer and architect. One of the principal members of the Dutch artistic movement called De Stijl, Rietveld is famous for his red and blue chair and for the Rietveld Schröder House, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
  • More Information
    Documentation: Documented elsewhere (exact item)
    Origin: Netherlands
    Period: 1920-1949
    Materials: Wood.
    Styles / Movements: Other
    Incollect Reference #: 540078
  • Dimensions
    W. 14.96 in; H. 30.31 in; D. 17.72 in;
    W. 38 cm; H. 77 cm; D. 45 cm;
    Seat H. 17.72 in;
    Seat H. 45 cm;
Message from Seller:

Goldwood by Boris, located in Antwerp, Belgium, offers a unique selection of high-end 20th-century furniture and decorative pieces, alongside a range of antique items. For appointments or inquiries, contact us at +32 493 794 223 or info@goldwoodbyboris.com.

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