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Coffee Table by Dom Hans van der Laan & Jan de Jong, Netherlands, 1960s

Creator: Dom Hans van der Laan
Offered by: Goldwood by Boris

Description
Rare and historically significant coffee table, designed by the legendary Dom Hans van der Laan in 1955 for the Sint-Johannes Geboortekerk in Nieuwkuijk. This piece exemplifies the minimal brutalist style characteristic of the Bossche School, combining impeccable craftsmanship with a natural aesthetic. Executed with a unique "plastic number" ratio of 3:4, this coffee table achieves harmonious proportions and an intrinsic sense of balance. This coffee table, a testament to van der Laan's architectural genius, is not just a functional piece but a significant artifact of Dutch design history, embodying the rationality and functionality that defined his collaborative work in the post-WWII reconstruction era.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	Netherlands
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Wood
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	734323

Dimensions

W.	5119 in;	H.	22.84 in;	D.	38.59 in;
W.	13002.26 cm;	H.	58.01 cm;	D.	98.02 cm;

Message from Seller:

Goldwood is an eclectic furniture and decoration boutique based in Antwerp, Belgium. Founded by Boris Devis, the store features a stunning collection of high-end 20th century items, offering an exciting mixture of luxurious and decorative pieces that range from classic designs by the likes of Tobia Scarpa and Wim Rietveld, to antique pieces by unknown designers.