Theo Ruth Daybeds
Dutch, 1915-1971
Among the pantheon of talented individuals who have worked for Artifort, Theo Ruth was the acclaimed Dutch furniture manufacturer’s first permanent designer. Ruth’s work significantly advanced Artifort’s laudable reputation, specifically through his designs for armchairs like the 1952 Congo chair and the 1953 Penguin chair.
Ruth was born in 1915 in Maastricht, the Netherlands, where Artifort was established. Founded by Jules Wagemans, Artifort began as Wagemans & Van Tuinen in 1890 before rebranding to Artifort in 1928. Ruth studied furniture and interior design at the Academy of Fine Arts in Maastricht and joined the Artifort team in 1936.
Ruth’s long tenure as its head of design and development included overseeing the hiring of key individuals like Artifort’s aesthetic consultant and designer Kho Liang Ie, British furniture designer Geoffrey D. Harcourt RDI and French interior designer Pierre Paulin RDI.
Following Ruth’s death in 1971, Artifort has carried on his legacy of innovative furniture through collaborations with numerous top designers, such as Jasper Morrison, Wolfgang C.R. Mezger, René Holten, Claesson Koivisto Rune, Ilse Crawford and Luca Nichetto.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Theo Ruth seating, including lounge chairs, sofas and more.
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Creator: Theo Ruth
Theo Ruth Daybed for Artifort, the Netherlands, 1950s
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL
This Mid-Century Modern daybed was designed by Theo Ruth in 1947 and produced by Eugen Schmidt Soloform, Artifort in a limited series.
That is a veritable reflection of the specta...
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Reupholstered in Pierre Frey Yeti - Daybed by Theo Ruth for Artifort, 1950s
By Theo Ruth, Artifort
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Sculptural daybed by Theo Ruth for Artifort (The Netherlands) from the 1950s.
The daybed has been reupholstered with new foam and a fabric by Pierre Frey (Yeti – Sous Bois). The fa...
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1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Theo Ruth Daybeds
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Theo Ruth daybeds for sale on 1stDibs.
Theo Ruth daybeds are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wool and are designed with extraordinary care. Many of the original daybeds by Theo Ruth were created in the mid-century modern style in netherlands during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider daybeds by Dick Cordemeijer, and Auping. Prices for Theo Ruth daybeds can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $16,424 and can go as high as $16,424, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $16,424.