De Bijenkorf
Industrial Room Divider by Wim Rietveld for De Bijenkorf, 1960s
By Wim Rietveld
Located in Antwerp, BE
De Bijenkorf in 1960, this bookcase or room divider is a nod to the wooden bookcase created by Wim's
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Industrial Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Friso Kramer Modular wall unit Asmeta 1953 for Bijenkorf
By Friso Kramer
Located in Delft, NL
for the Dutch "De Bijenkorf" produced by Asmeta, 1953.
De Bijenkorf is an exclusive store in The
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Dish or Bowl by Guido Gambone
By Guido Gambone
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
During the 1960s, a luxury department store "De Bijenkorf" in The Netherlands had a special
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
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Ceramic
Metal hand painted children set India 1993
Located in Den Haag, NL
sale called ''The Spirit of India '' by Luxury warehouse
De Bijenkorf in 1993 consisting of two
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1990s Indian Primitive Children's Furniture
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Metal
Gerrit Rietveld inspired Room Divider or Bookcase by Wim Rietveld, Dutch, 1960s
By Gerrit Rietveld, Friso Kramer, Wim Rietveld
Located in Amsterdam, NL
was designed for “De Bijenkorf” the Netherlands in the 1960s and was inspired by a model designed by
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
H 64.57 in W 36.82 in D 16.93 in
Minimalistic 2 Spotlight Floor Lamp by Niek Hiemstra for Evolux, 1970s
By Niek Hiemstra
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
like ‘De Bijenkorf’ and the company still exists today as Lumiance BV
AA#210320.
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Minimalist Floor Lamps
Materials
Metal
H 60.24 in W 17.72 in D 10.24 in
Iconic BR02 Sofa by Martin Visser 'for Spectrum'
By Martin Visser
Located in Oostende, BE
store De Bijenkorf. From 1955, he became head of production and design of ’t Spectrum. For this company
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Minimalist Sofas
Materials
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Wim Rietveld Room Divider Bookcase, 1960s
By Wim Rietveld
Located in Delft, NL
was sold in the Dutch store "De Bijenkorf" In the mid-20th century, a lot of furniture was made by
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Pair of Ettore Sottsass for Bitossi Glazed Ceramic Lamps
By Ettore Sottsass, Bitossi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
commissioned by the Italian ceramicist for a Dutch department store, De Bijenkorf. Produced c.1958, the ovoid
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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2, 5-Seat Sofa by Kho Liang Ie for Artifort, 1962, with New De Ploeg Fabric
By Kho Liang Ie, Artifort
Located in Steenwijk, NL
particular design was commissioned by the Dutch exclusive department store "De Bijenkorf" and is not often
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 29.93 in W 74.41 in D 32.29 in
Dd01 Bergeyk Wall Unit by Martin Visser for 'T Spectrum, 1950s
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser
Located in Delft, NL
most famous Dutch furniture designers. Because of his work for the furniture department of De Bijenkorf
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Pair of Martin Visser SZ48 Lounge Chairs
By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Dronten, NL
for the furniture department of De Bijenkorf, Visser was asked in 1954 to become head designer at
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Armchairs
Materials
Steel
Martin Visser for 'T Spectrum Armchair in Black Leather
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Waalwijk, NL
career as designer started at the department store De Bijenkorf. From 1955, Visser became head of
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Martin Visser for 'T Spectrum Armchairs in Black Leather
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Waalwijk, NL
-collection. His career as designer started at the department store De Bijenkorf. From 1955, Visser became
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Brass, Steel
Painting of an English Bulldog by George van Herwaarde
Located in Esbeek, NL
photographed fashion for De Bijenkorf and the International Fashion Centre and, until the 1970s, the couture of
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20th Century Dutch Paintings
Materials
Wood, Paint
Ado Ko Verzuu decorative toy skully for ADO ca 1950s
By Gerrit Rietveld, Ko Verzuu
Located in EINDHOVEN, NL
expensive toys were mainly for sale at large department stores such as Metz & Co and De Bijenkorf. The
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch De Stijl Toys and Dolls
Materials
Iron
Ado Ko Verzuu Toy Truck Houthandel, 1948
By ADO, Ko Verzuu
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
be found in the followers of De Stijl group from the 1920s, followed by Piet Mondriaan, Theo van
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Vintage 1940s De Stijl Toys and Dolls
Wim Rietveld Free-Standing Bookcase in Black and White Metal
By Wim Rietveld
Located in Waalwijk, NL
bookcase was originally designed by Wim Rietveld for the famous Dutch high-end department store De
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Martin Visser Sofa or Sleeper Sofa for 't Spectrum in New Teddy Fabric, 1960s
By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Almelo, NL
furniture department of De Bijenkorf, Visser was asked in 1954 to become chief designer at Spectrum. This
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 30.71 in W 76.78 in D 29.53 in
Ado Ko Verzuu Puzzel Box Model 259 Holland 1939
By ADO, Ko Verzuu
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
paint in stunning unused condition. De Bijenkorf and Metz & Co sold a lot of Ado furniture in the 30s
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch De Stijl Toys and Dolls
Materials
Plywood
Martin Visser for 't Spectrum Pair of Armchairs in Patinated Cognac Leather
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Waalwijk, NL
. His career as designer started at the department store De Bijenkorf. From 1955, Visser became head of
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Steel
H 27.17 in W 24.02 in D 24.02 in
Martin Visser BR02 Sofa/ Sofa bed/ Daybed by ‘t Spectrum, Dutch Mid-Century
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
of De Bijenkorf, Visser was asked in 1954 to become chief designer at Spectrum. This turned out to be
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Daybeds
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 27.56 in W 75.6 in D 32.29 in
Martin Visser Round Dining Table in Wengé
By Martin Visser
Located in Waalwijk, NL
career as designer started at department store De Bijenkorf. From 1955, Visser became head of production
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood, Wenge
Dutch Art Deco Stool or Tabouret, design by Piet Kramer for Randoe, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
built one of his masterpieces, the De Bijenkorf Store in The Hague (1924–1926). After the death of
Category
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Stools
Materials
Oak, Leather
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H 17.72 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in
Martin Visser Prototype SE20 Chair, 'T Spectrum, 1988
By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Amsterdam, NL
furniture his whole life. His early furniture was purchased by De Bijenkorf who hired him in 1947 as a
Category
Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Wood, Paint
Gold Aluminum Bar Trolley by Werkenswurf Sihlmetall, Zwitserland, 1970s
By Maison Jansen
Located in DE MEERN, NL
serving trolley. Very elegant and high quality item. Sold by "de Bijenkorf" in the 1970s. Hollywood
Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Hollywood Regency Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Aluminum
H 21.66 in W 24.22 in D 10.83 in
Henry Rox Photograph MOMA Art Connoisseur Sausage 1940s
By Henry Rox
Located in Camden, ME
prestigious commercial clients, Harrods, Guiness, De Bijenkorf, Vitrolite, Helene of London, Dole among them
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Photography
Materials
Paper
Gio Ponti "The Piazza Eindhoven, 1968" Rare Edition Chair with Metal End Caps
By Gio Ponti
Located in Den Haag, NL
Gio Ponti "De Piazza Eindhoven" Rare Leggera edition with metal end caps.
These Leggera chairs
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chairs
Materials
Metal
H 32.68 in W 16.93 in D 17.72 in
A Large Bright And Colorful Mosaic With Abstract Figures, Petronella & Jacob
By Petronella Klaassen and Jacob Bouhuys
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
, both Nel and Jaap won the important Dutch Prix de Rome. The Prix de Rome was introduced by Louis
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Decorative Art
Materials
Cast Stone
H 45.28 in W 33.47 in D 5.91 in
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Guido Gambone Ashtray for De Bijenkorf, Midcentury
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Located in Charlevoix, MI
A stunning midcentury ashtray by Guido Gambone made in the 1950s for 'De Bijenkorf', an upscale
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Dick Cordemeijer Mid-Century Modern Metal Daybed Cleopatra, circa 1950
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Martin Visser Table, Produced by ‘t Spectrum
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Dick Cordemeijer Mid-Century Modern Metal Daybed Cleopatra, circa 1950
By Dick Cordemeijer, Auping
Located in Enschede, Overijssel
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Set of Ceramics by Ettore Sottsass for Bitossi
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Located in JM Haarlem, NL
commissioned by the prominent Dutch department store ‘De Bijenkorf’ and were manufactured by Bitossi (Montelupo
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Dick Cordemeijer Mid-Century Modern Metal Daybed Cleopatra, circa 1950 Complete
By Dick Cordemeijer, Auping
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Ko Verzuu Doll Carriage Skully Rickshaw
By Ko Verzuu
Located in Den Bommel, NL
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Ceramic Tea or Coffee Set for De Bijenkorf 1960s
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Polychrome glazed earthenware set, circa 1960, executed in studio for De Bijenkorf the Netherlands
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Wim Rietveld “De Bijenkorf” Bookcase
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Located in London, GB
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Wim Rietveld Bookcase for "De Bijenkorf"
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Wim Rietveld Bookcase or Room Divider for De Bijenkorf
By Wim Rietveld
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
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Located in Amsterdam, NL
Stunning bookcase by Wim Rietveld, manufactured by De Bijenkorf in the Netherlands, circa 1950
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Birch, Glass
Two Superleggera Chairs in Metal Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in Den Haag, NL
warehouse "De Bijenkorf". Gio Ponti totally redesigned the Bijenkorf in Eindhoven in 1969. They still have
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Chairs
Materials
Wicker
Mid-Century Modern Brutalist Wengé Bar Cabinet, 1970s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
store De Bijenkorf
during the 1970s.
In good original condition with minor wear consistent with age
Category
Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Industrial Room Divider by Rietveld, 1960s
By Wim Rietveld
Located in Antwerp, BE
Bijenkorf in 1960. De Bijenkorf sold a lot of top designs by Friso Kramer, Wim Rietveld, Gerrit Rietveld
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Industrial Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Amsterdamse School Stained Glass Chandelier by H.C. Herens for De Nieuwe Honsel
By De Nieuwe Honsel, Hendrik Cornelis Herens
Located in Amsterdam, NL
de Bijenkorf in The Hague in 1926.
In very good condition with a beautiful patina.
Category
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Brass
H 59.45 in Dm 19.69 in
Hans J. Wegner AT303 Cross-Leg Dining Table, Denmark, 1950s
By Andreas Tuck, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
at the high-end Dutch warehouse ‘De Bijenkorf (Dutch version of London’s Harrod’s warehouse).
The
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Rare Modular Bookcase by Friso Kramer for Asmeta
By Friso Kramer, Asmeta
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Rare modular bookcase/room divider designed by Friso Kramer in 1953 for 'De Bijenkorf' and produced
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Hans J. Wegner AT303 Cross-Leg Dining Table by Andreas Tuck, Denmark, 1950s
By Andreas Tuck, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
owner at the high-end Dutch warehouse ‘De Bijenkorf (Dutch version of London’s Harrod’s warehouse).
The
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29.93 in W 63 in D 32.29 in
Niek Hiemstra 1950s Dutch Table Lamp, Hiemstra Evolux
By Hiemstra Evolux, Niek Hiemstra
Located in London, GB
quality department stores like ‘De Bijenkorf’ and the company still exists today as Lumiance BV.
This
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Sofa or Sofa Bed by Martin Visser for ‘t Spectrum, Netherlands 1950s
By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in London, GB
head furniture buyer for De Bijenkorf department store in Amsterdam after he presented one of the
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
H 27.56 in W 74.81 in D 27.56 in
Martin Visser Sofa/Sofa Bed ‘T Spectrum, Netherlands, 1950s
By Martin Visser
Located in London, GB
Head Furniture Buyer for De Bijenkorf department store in Amsterdam after he presented one of the
Category
20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Pair of Dutch Lounge Chairs by Martin Visser, Circa 1960s
By Martin Visser
Located in San Antonio, TX
designers. Through his work for the furniture department of De Bijenkorf, Visser was asked in 1954 to become
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs
Materials
Chrome
Ado Ko Verzuu Toy Truck for Groenten Fruit, circa 1939
By Ko Verzuu, ADO
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
& Fruit) and has original Bijenkorf sticker and price on the bottom, de Bijenkorf sold a lot of Ado
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Toys and Dolls
Materials
Wood
Martin Visser Set of Six Se03 Chairs for T'spectrum, Netherlands 1960s
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in London, GB
designer and art collector. He became Head Furniture Buyer for De Bijenkorf department store in Amsterdam
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Modern Chairs
Materials
Chrome
H 28.35 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in
Rosewood High Bar Cabinet by Rudolf Glatzel for Fristho, circa 1960
By Rudolf Bernd Glatzel, Fristho
Located in Amsterdam, NL
quality was soon recognized and big warehouses such as Metz&Co and De Bijenkorf started producing their
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Metal
Rosewood 1960's Conference Table Desk by Theo Tempelman for A.P. Originals
By Theo Tempelman, AP Originals
Located in Utrecht, NL
name "AP Originals" by high end "good furniture stores" such as De Bijenkorf, Bas Van Pelt and Metz
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel
H 29.14 in W 78.75 in D 39.38 in
Ko Verzuu Ado Small Toy Truck Holland 1950
By ADO, Ko Verzuu
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
and hand painted. This is a truck excists in 2 parts. De Bijenkorf sold a lot of Ado furniture in the
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch De Stijl Toys and Dolls
Materials
Metal
Ado Ko Verzuu Tiles Puzzle Box Model 259, Holland, 1939
By ADO, Ko Verzuu
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
paint in stunning unused condition. De Bijenkorf and Metz & Co sold a lot of Ado furniture in the 1930s
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch De Stijl Toys and Dolls
Materials
Plywood, Paper
Ado Ko Verzuu Steenindustrie Truck Holland, 1948
By ADO, Ko Verzuu
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
pattern but very well shaped truck. De Bijenkorf sold a lot of Ado furniture in the 1930s-1960s. ADO Toys
Category
Vintage 1940s Dutch De Stijl Toys and Dolls
Materials
Metal
Ado Ko Verzuu Big Orange Green Tilt Truck, Holland, 1948
By ADO, Ko Verzuu
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
wheels, in very good fully original condition. De Bijenkorf for example, sold a lot of Ado furniture in
Category
Vintage 1940s Dutch De Stijl Toys and Dolls
Materials
Metal
Martin Visser Sleeping Sofa for Spectrum, circa 1960
By 't Spectrum, Martin Visser
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Visser has designed furniture his whole life. His early furniture was purchased by De Bijenkorf who hired
Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sofas
Materials
Metal
Martin Visser Sideboards from Bornholm Collection
By Martin Visser
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Vissers art-collection. Martin Vissers career as designer started at department store De Bijenkorf. From
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Materials
Metal
Ado Ko Verzuu Houthandel Toy Truck, Holland, 1948
By ADO, Ko Verzuu
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
’ (houthandel), de Bijenkorf sold a lot of Ado furniture in the 30s-60s. Ado toys have a great charm because of
Category
Vintage 1940s Dutch De Stijl Toys and Dolls
Materials
Metal
Ado Ko Verzuu Ijldienst Truck, Holland, 1937
By ADO, Ko Verzuu
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
. De Bijenkorf sold a lot of Ado furniture in the 1930s-1960s. Ado toys have a great charm because of
Category
Vintage 1930s Dutch De Stijl Toys and Dolls
Materials
Metal
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De Bijenkorf For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic de bijenkorf available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, ceramic and cane, every de bijenkorf was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a de bijenkorf — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A de bijenkorf is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made de bijenkorf over the years, but those crafted by Wim Rietveld, Ettore Sottsass and Asmeta are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a De Bijenkorf?
Prices for a de bijenkorf start at $400 and top out at $4,250 with the average selling for $1,918.
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