Bookcase by Willem Lutjens for De Boer Gouda, Netherlands, 1953
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A plywood shelving unit by Willem Lutjens for De Boer Gouda, with the characteristic curved ends of the shelves which has made this such a famous and now rare design. The piece was designed in 1953 and manufactured in the Netherlands.
The shelving is formed from bent teak veneered ply and at the time of purchase would have been available in different variations which you could add to or remove to suit the space or your needs, the shelving is also easy to take apart.
A very iconic piece.
Details
- CreatorWilhelm Lutjens (Designer),Gouda Den Boer (Manufacturer)
- Of the Period
- Place of Origin
- Date of Manufacturecirca 1950s
- Period
- Materials and Techniques
- Condition
- Condition DetailsCondition: Fully restored, but does retain some historic characterful signs of wear. On the bottom tier, there are some faint signs of ring marks.
- DimensionsH 41.74 in. x W 59.06 in. x D 11.82 in.H 106 cm x W 150 cm x D 30 cm
- Seller LocationLondon Road, Baldock, GB
- Seller Reference Number1870
- Reference NumberLU2364317091951
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