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Gerrit Rietveld, Authentic Elling Sideboard
$92,400
£69,477.36
€80,680.06
CA$129,034.65
A$143,108.99
CHF 75,153.83
MX$1,757,480.16
NOK 951,376.07
SEK 897,160.38
DKK 601,961.98
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Sculptural qualities define this object. Its form is a combination of solid shapes and negative spaces in an expressive dynamic. The relationship between them ensures a balanced composition. The careful alignment and proportions create an equilibrium, giving a sense of coherent design. Both tension and harmony create a unity.
The piece has a complex shape which is presented through a grid-like structure of wooden beams which carry the solid parts. This way, both free spaces which are a subject of their own and a significant part of the composition, stand together in a stiff, but however, playful expression with the solid parts. In spite of its rigid structure, the item appears light, due to free spaces between the elements. The piece is in its original condition, so all parts are authentic. They are done in massive beech wood. Apart from the drawers, the piece has inside shelves hidden behind pivot doors.
'Elling' Sideboard was designed 1919 and executed just two years after the introduction of Gerrit Rietveld's famous Red-Blue chair. He debuted this extraordinary table in oak. It was displayed in 1920 at the Voor de Kunst in Utrecht and purchased there by the Dutch architect Piet Elling (1897-1962). This early example was tragically destroyed in a fire. The model was re-introduced in 1958 and made in a very limited quantity by one of Rietveld’s most trusted cabinetmakers, Gerard van de Groenekan (1904-1994). Gerard A. van de Groenekan began working in Gerrit Rietveld's workshop in Utrecht in 1917 at the age of fourteen. In 1924, Rietveld decided to concentrate on architecture and left furniture production in the hands of van de Groenekan, who then continued to build many of Rietveld's models, including older ones, under his own name. Van de Groenekan played a decisive role in the development of many designs.
I think this piece blends well with many interior styles. Due to its complex shape, it proudly stands in any interior space.
P! Galerie’s selection is mainly focused on design masterpieces between 1918 and 1970. Apart from rare French mid-century modern design artefacts by Pierre Jeanneret, Jean Prouvé, Le Corbusier, and Charlotte Perriand, our offer includes masterpieces of historic importance and value by Gerrit Rietveld, Lina Bo Bardi, Marcel Breuer, Oscar Niemeyer, or, for example, Eileen Gray. Following all ethical and juridical requirements, all items from our carefully curated collection come with a certificate of authenticity. We try to preserve as much of patina as possible during the process of restoration, as it defines these historic pieces. Not only do we cooperate with museums and offer auction houses our services and expert opinion, we also look forward to welcoming you as a private collector and connoisseur.
Literature:
Daniele Baroni, 'The Furniture of Gerrit Thomas Rietveld' (B E S Pub Co, 1978), 39, 54-55.
Peter Voge, 'The Complete Rietveld Furniture' (Rotterdam: 010 Uitgeverij, 1993), 10, 15, 52-53.
Marijke Kuper and Ida van Zijl, 'Gerrit Rietveld: The Complete Works 1888-1964' (Utrecht: Centraal Museum Utrecht, 1992), 78-79.
Provenance: ‘Modern collector: Design, Tiffany Studios, and property from a Pacific Island connoisseur’ auction, 2023.
- Creator:Gerrit Rietveld Jr. (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 40.95 in (104 cm)Width: 78.75 in (200 cm)Depth: 17.72 in (45 cm)
- Style:De Stijl (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1974
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Overall fair to good condition.
- Seller Location:Zürich, CH
- Reference Number:Seller: 1421stDibs: LU2566333883482
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