Vintage Design
Easy chair designed by Dom Hans van der Laan for the Abbey Church of St. Benedictusberg, Vaals in the Netherlands. Manufactured, circa 1980. Lacquered wood seat and backrest with copper nails. In good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a beautiful patina. Dom Hans van der Laan, originator, architect, designer. Benedictine monk and architect Hans van der Laan (1904-1991) may have had a small body of work, but his legacy is highly regarded in the world of architecture. Although he designed three monasteries and a private dwelling, it was not until he reached the age of 53 that he completed his first real design, the St. Benedictusberg Abbey in Vaals. The building was immediately acclaimed as his masterpiece. The greatest part of Van der Laan’s life, however, was dedicated to conceptualizing form, proportion and the way in which human beings perceive architectural spaces. He also developed the theory of plastic numbers.
| Creator |
Dom Hans van der Laan |
|---|---|
| Design Period | 1970 to 1979 |
| Production Period | 1980 to 1989 |
| Country of Manufacture | Netherlands |
| Identifying Marks | This piece is attributed to the above-mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark |
| Style | Vintage |
| Detailed Condition | |
| Product Code | WM-1256913 |
| Restoration and Damage Details |
Wear consistent with age and use.
|
| Materials | Wood |
| Color | Grey |
| Width |
45 cm 17.7 inch |
| Depth |
46 cm 18.1 inch |
| Height |
94 cm 37.0 inch |
| Weight Range | Standard — Between 40kg and 80kg |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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