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De Stijl Chairs

De Stijl

It has been more than 100 years since the founding of the Dutch art and design movement known as De Stijl.

It was in October of 1917 that artist, architect and critic Theo van Doesburg released the first issue of De Stijl magazine. A platform for artists, designers and architects to express their revolutionary new ideas, the journal was a launching point for what would become an international movement. Meaning “the Style,” De Stijl was an attempt at pure abstraction — one centered on the use of primary colors and perpendicular lines as a utopian expression of a harmonious world.

Along with van Doesburg, the group’s most integral members were Bart van der Leck, Gerrit Rietveld and Piet Mondrian, whose geometric red, yellow, blue and black “Composition” paintings remain the most recognizable work of the movement. Mondrian used the term “neoplasticism” to describe the abstract art that he and his friends produced.

Not just an art movement, however, De Stijl also had a profound impact on modern design and architecture. It would go on to influence Bauhaus and the International Style of architecture. Although it was disbanded in 1931, De Stijl continues to inspire the popular imagination today, and De Stijl creators and their ilk are responsible for timeless works (some of which can be found on 1stDibs).

Made from two plywood plates and 15 connecting bars, the Red and Blue chair is a calling card of the De Stijl movement. Designed by architect Gerrit Rietveld, the chair is most often referred to as the Rietveld chair, likely because it didn’t actually get its signature De Stijl colors until the early 1920s.

Also designed by Rietveld, this asymmetrical side table was constructed for his first residential commission, the Rietveld Schröder House in Utrecht, which is now a Unesco World Heritage Site.

Mondrian is the De Stijl group’s most well-known member. His familiar black lines with red, yellow and blue blocks are still reproduced in artworks and products today.

Russian-American artist Ilya Bolotowsky was highly interested in the work of Piet Mondrian. A founding member of the New York–based American Abstract Artists — other founders included Ray Kaiser (later Eames) and Josef Albers — Bolotowsky was smitten with Mondrian’s pure geometric abstractions from the period when lived in New York. In this signed, untitled silkscreen print from around 1970, you can see Bolotowsky’s use of hard-edge vertical and horizontal lines, as well as primary colors, although he didn’t limit himself to this palette.

Mondrian is the De Stijl group’s most well-known member. His familiar black lines with red, yellow and blue blocks are still reproduced in artworks and products today. In the 1960s, Yves Saint Laurent designed the Mondrian Collection of cocktail dresses. This wall mirror by Italian manufacturer Rimadesio is among the many decor pieces created in the likeness of Mondrian.

On 1stDibs, find De Stijl lighting, De Stijl decorative objects and more.

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Style: De Stijl
Red and Blue Chair by Gerrit Rietveld
Located in Toronto, CA
Designed in 1918 by Dutch designer Gerrit Rietveld, the "Red and Blue Chair" is part of the Dutch De Stijl movement, a rigorous abstraction of lines and colours. An outlook shared by...
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Manner Of Gerrit Rietveld - Steltman Chair - 1970s Dutch interpretation
Located in Hasselt, VLI
This 1970s Dutch interpretation of the Steltman chair pays tribute to Rietveld's vision. Crafted from solid oak, it features a very nice natural wood grain, signifying both beauty an...
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1970s Dutch Vintage De Stijl Chairs

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Gerrit Rietveld, Steltman Chair / Authentic
Located in Zürich, CH
The relationship between the different shapes ensures a balanced composition. The careful alignment and proportions create an equilibrium, giving a sense of coherent design. Both ten...
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1860s Dutch Antique De Stijl Chairs

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Oak

Unique Large Gerrit Thomas Rietveld "Aluminum Stoel" Model
Located in Dronten, NL
Exceptionally well executed handmade large scale model of this very rare chair designed by Gerrit Rietveld. Unmarked. If you are desperately looking for the perfect gift for an archi...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch De Stijl Chairs

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Aluminum

Pavel Janák Cubist Wood Chair, Flat Back
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Cubist side chair by Czech architect and designer Pavel Janák (1881 – 1956), a pioneer in stripping away ornament. Don’t let the expressive angles fool you. This piece is very comfor...
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1980s Czech Vintage De Stijl Chairs

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Wood

Czech Cubist Side Chair, Open Back by Pavel Janák
Located in Toronto, CA
Cubist side chair by Czech architect and designer Pavel Janák (1881 – 1956), a pioneer in stripping away ornament. Don’t let the expressive angles fool you - this piece is very comfortable to sit on. Among the most distinctive and most frequently published pieces of early Czech Cubist...
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1980s Czech Vintage De Stijl Chairs

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Wood

Eileen Gray, Safari Chair / Authentic
Located in Zürich, CH
The visible nonchalance here celebrates the lightness and the joy of life. It’s not about representation or impressing others. It demonstrates a truly modern lifestyle, much more cas...
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1930s Dutch Vintage De Stijl Chairs

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Leather, Wood

Gerrit Rietveld, Berlin Chair / Authentic
Located in Zürich, CH
The relationship between the different shapes ensures a balanced composition. The careful alignment and proportions create an equilibrium, giving a sense of coherent design. Both ten...
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1970s Dutch Vintage De Stijl Chairs

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Oak

Red and White Painted "Fischel" Chair, France, circa 1920s-1930s
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Lovely design and colors for this chair by Fischel, a company launched in the late 19th century and following in the same vein as Thonet and Köhn. The style here is reminiscent of Du...
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Early 20th Century French De Stijl Chairs

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Oak

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De Stijl chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique De Stijl chairs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage chairs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, decorative objects and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, oak and other materials. If you’re shopping for used De Stijl chairs made in a specific country, there are Europe, Netherlands, and France pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original chairs, popular names associated with this style include Gerrit Rietveld Jr., Gerrit Rietveld, Cassina, and Fischel. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for chairs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,081 and tops out at $55,000 while the average work can sell for $11,443.

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