Arm chair for Metz&Co - Gerrit Rietveld

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Overview: The Arm Chair for Metz&Co was designed by Gerrit Rietveld in 1942. Originally intended for the Amsterdam-based department store Metz&Co, the chair was not produced during its time due to World War II. The prototypes remained in the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam until the first production series was launched in 2017.

Specifications:

Dimensions: 58 x 84 x 74 cm (WxDxH), with a seat height of 43 cm.
Frame: Made from solid oak or American walnut, finished with a transparent lacquer.
Seat: Features foam moulded springs, upholstered with a selection of plain fabrics and leathers. Note that customer-provided materials are not accepted.

Historical Context: The chair is a part of Rietveld Originals and reflects the design ethos of the early 20th century, combining functionality with aesthetic simplicity.

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Arm chair for Metz&Co Gerrit Rietveld - Rietveld Originals - 1942

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Arm chair for Metz&Co Gerrit Rietveld - Rietveld Originals - 1942 Dimensions: 58 x 84 x 74 cm WxDxH / seat 43 cm Frame: Solid oak or American walnut with transparent lacquer. Seat: Foam moulded springs upholstered with a selection of plain fabrics and leathers. Customer’s own material can not be accepted. Gerrit Rietveld designed this Arm chair in 1942 for Metz&Co, a leading Amsterdam based department store for fashion and design in 20st century. However it was never produced because of the Second World War. The prototypes always stayed in the collection of the “Stedelijk Museum” in Amsterdam....

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