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Belgian Modernist Bookshelf by John Van Zeeland, 1930s

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Modernist Style; Modernism; Art Deco; John Van Zeeland; Belgian Design; Belgian Architecture; Listed Building; Heritage; Prové; Belgium; Avant Garde; Belgium; Bookshelf; Display Unit; Wall Unit; Bookshelf wall unit in Modernist style, designed by Belgian architect John Van Zeeland in the 1930s. This display unit was part of the interior of a Belgian listed building, "Dokterswoning Prové". In addition to the heritage building itself, the original furniture is also very valuable today. This display unit shows a clear design with a charismatic patina. The small version measures W 151 cm, D 20 cm, H 26 cm. The matching larger version is available in another listing and measures W 202 cm, D 20 cm, H 26 cm. The other John Van Zeeland modernist pieces are also available in other listings.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.24 in (26 cm)Width: 59.45 in (151 cm)Depth: 7.88 in (20 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Antwerp, BE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: GW30831stDibs: LU933430213862
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