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Small Hankerchief Willy Guhl

$2,500
£1,887.77
€2,175.45
CA$3,528.56
A$3,890.16
CHF 2,035.21
MX$47,725.04
NOK 25,619.21
SEK 23,958.02
DKK 16,246.31

About the Item

Fleurdetroit presents for your consideration, this fantastic Willy Guhl hankerchief palnter ..... TWO available SOLD individually As of the mid-20th century, the work of Willy Guhl was a revolutionary feat of industry and design with a distinct style that makes a statement transcending decades. True to form and function, Guhl worked with a mixture of cement and asbestoses called Eternit. The lightweight material was groundbreaking, uncompromising form, and structure with an emphasis on functionality. This planter has all the colors and textures that only time and a solid foundation can provide. Vintage circa 1960, this Swiss Willy Guhl original is a rare and distinct beauty that assimilates seamlessly in the modern garden.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bloomfield Hills, MI
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5101225566982

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