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"Berlin Chair", Gerrit Rietveld (Dutch, 1888–1964), Designed 1923; made after 1924, Probably mahogany plywood, linden, and a…
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Chair · Utrecht

"Berlin Chair"

Gerrit Rietveld (Dutch, 1888–1964) · Utrecht · Designed 1923; made after 1924

Medium
Probably mahogany plywood, linden, and ash, with paint
Dimensions
41.7 x 29.1 x 20 in. (105.9 x 74 x 50.8 cm)
Accession
1978.50
Credit line
Gift of Brooke Alexander, B.A. 1960
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