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't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Dutch furniture company ‘t Spectrum — later Spectrum — was established in 1941 with a run of pieces that were spare and outwardly industrial in appearance. Its early armchairs and dining chairs were often framed in tubular metal, and boast clearly defined lines and minimal curves. The vintage ‘t Spectrum seating in the decades that followed, which was designed by the likes of Gerrit Rietveld and Wim van Gelderen, is characterized by the angular forms and Pop art-hued colors that we associate with the best of mid-century modernism.

‘t Spectrum emerged in 1941 as an offshoot of the Dutch fabric manufacturer De Ploeg. When a shortage of textiles and other materials took shape owing to the demands of the Second World War, De Ploeg director Piet Blijenburg changed gears, and sought to broaden the manufacturer’s offerings as well as prevent the company's employees from being forced into work for occupying military forces. 

‘t Spectrum was a brand devoted to furniture and interiors — as well as goods and decor for the home such as coat racks, napkin rings and beds. Legendary modernist furniture designer Gerrit Rietveld — an integral part of the Dutch art and design movement of the early 20th century called De Stijl — was brought on in a supervisory role in its early days, and designer Martin Visser was installed to oversee the production of furniture. 

The end of the war brought a greater availability of metals and other materials to ‘t Spectrum, which became more focused on creating affordable furniture for the era’s new homeowners. A new factory designed by Rietveld was built in Bergeijk in 1957. During the late 1960s, ‘t Spectrum offered a richer range of furnishings, incorporating alluring hardwoods and leathers as part of sophisticated lines of seating and other pieces designed in the mid-century modern style. Visser recruited the likes of Friso Kramer, Benno Premsela, Constant Nieuwenhuys and others to design for ‘t Spectrum over the years.

With competition for cheaper furniture on the rise in the 1970s, ‘t Spectrum liquidated in 1974. A group of employees acquired the designs and continued the company under the name of Arspect. The firm produced ‘t Spectrum designs and works from other designers. 

Arspect closed its doors in 1986. A former employee bought the company and renewed it with the name Spectrum. Today, Spectrum operates in Eindhoven in the Netherlands, creating contemporary designs alongside pieces dating back to the look and feel of the products offered by the original manufacturer. The company is also reproducing original designs created by Visser and Rietveld.

On 1stDibs, browse a selection of vintage ‘t Spectrum Bergijk seating, tables, storage pieces and more.

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Creator: 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Martin Visser Natural Leather Sofa BZ55
By Florence Knoll, George Nelson, 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser
Located in Dronten, NL
Very rare Martin Visser sofa BZ55 designed in 1968 for 't Spectrum. This model is pictured in the catalogue raisonné. A very modern design with comfortable down filled cushions. Flo...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Steel

Pair of Martin Visser SZ48 Lounge Chairs
By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare modernist armchairs designed in 1964 by Dutch designer Martin Visser for 't Spectrum. The chairs are model SZ48, documented in several brochures and the book ‘t...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Steel

Set of 4 Magistretti Style Pine and Rush Dining Chairs by Martin Visser
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Set of 4 pine dining chairs by Dutch Mid Century icon Martin Visser for 't Spectrum with woven rush seats and a curved backrest. In original condition with visible wear to the wood f...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Rush, Pine

Martin Visser for 'T Spectrum Dining Chair in Black Leather
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Martin Visser for 't Spectrum, dining chair, steel, patinated leather, The Netherlands, 1960s. The designs of Martin Visser are characterized by clear lines and the use of metal in...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Steel

Martin Visser SZ13 Tan Leather Sectional Seating Group
By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional 3 piece Martin Visser SZ13 sectional seating group with original frame and new leather seating. Consists of a left arm seat, no arm, and right arm seat. Frames in origina...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Chrome

Hans Ell for 't Spectrum Settee in Chrome and Grey Upholstery
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Hans Elli
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Hans Ell for 't Spectrum, sofa or settee, model 'sz18', chrome-plated metal, fabric, The Netherlands, 1970-71 This sofa is designed by Hans Ell for 't Spectrum. A rare model, as th...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Chrome, Metal

1965, Martin Visser, SZ01 Tubular Easy Chair in Very Rare Black Artificial Cane
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser
Located in Amsterdam IJMuiden, NL
This chair is part of the private collection of Casey Godrie and is situated in his private house. Ask him for competitive shipping quotes. His incredibl...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Metal

Martin Visser SZ04 Lounge Chairs Sofa 't Spectrum, 1964
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare set of 3 lounge chairs model SZ04 designed by Martin Visser and manufacturer by 't Spectrum, The Netherlands 1964. These lounge chairs can ...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Stainless Steel

Set of Four Tubular Chairs by 't Spectrum
By Claire Bataille and Paul Ibens, 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Claire Bataille and Paul Ibens for 't Spectrum, set of four 'SE18' dining chairs, chromed steel and leather, the Netherlands, 1971-1974. Modern set of four dining chairs designed by...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Steel

Martin Visser Sofa or Sleeper Sofa for 't Spectrum, Netherlands
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Nice sofa designed by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum. Freshly re-upholstered with new fabric and foam. Structure in metal. 2 positions, can be converting in bed.  
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Metal

Set of 2 Easy Chairs by Martin Visser for 'T Spectrum, 1960s
By Dick van der Net, Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This is a beautiful set of 2 size 38/size 08 Martin Visser easy chairs for 't Spectrum in collaboration with designer Dick van der Net. This model has been produced by 't Spectrum fr...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Metal

Small Martin Visser BZ29 Sofa for t' Spectrum in Plum with Teak Armrests, 1960
By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lovely small settee with black enameled metal frame and outreaching teak armrests. Engineer-designer Martin Visser (1922-2009), who oversaw manufacturing and developed the collection...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Steel

Niall O`Flynn for Spectrum Model Rascal Chair, 1997
By Niall O'Flynn, 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This chair was designed by architect and designer Niall O'Flynn for Dutch manufacturer spectrum in the year 1997. It was produced for a short period of 4 years. The chair is rare a...
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1990s Dutch Modern 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Metal

"Ruffian" Chaise Longue by Niall O'Flynn for 't Spectrum, Netherlands, 1997
By Niall O'Flynn, 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Eye-catching chaise longue, model "Ruffian", designed by Niall O'Flynn for 't Spectrum in the Netherlands in 1997. Only a few of these beautiful chaise longues have been produced,...
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1990s Dutch Mid-Century Modern 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Metal

Very Rare SZ 85 Spectrum Easy Chairs by Jan Pieter Berghoef, 1968
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Voorburg, NL
Very rare easy chairs model SZ 85, designed by Jan Pieter Berghoef and made by ‘t Spectrum in 1968/1969 (signed). The base is made of lacquered Mul...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Velvet, Wood

Martin Visser Prototype SE20 Chair, 'T Spectrum, 1988
By Martin Visser, 't Spectrum Bergeijk
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A very rare prototype of the SE20 chair, designed by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum, the Netherlands (Bergeijk) in 1988. This beautiful chair is completely made of high quality red...
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Late 20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Wood, Paint

Mid-Century Martin Visser Lounge Chair in Charcoal with Chrome Frame
By 't Spectrum Bergeijk, Martin Visser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, chrome framed chair with new charcoal upholstered seat and backrest and contrasting blonde armrests. Designed by Martin Visser for 't Spectrum in the early 1960s. Wood ...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Chrome

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Martin Visser Natural Leather Sofa BZ55
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By Ruud-Jan Kokke, 't Spectrum Bergeijk
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1980s Dutch Post-Modern Vintage 't Spectrum Bergeijk Seating

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Ruud Jan Kokke
H 31.11 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in
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't Spectrum Bergeijk seating for sale on 1stDibs.

't Spectrum Bergeijk seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of 't Spectrum Bergeijk seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by 't Spectrum Bergeijk were created in the mid-century modern style in netherlands during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by 't Spectrum, Montis, and Cor Alons. Prices for 't Spectrum Bergeijk seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $648 and can go as high as $12,427, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,750.

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