Gerrit Rietveld (1888-1964,Netherlands) | |
Crate,1934 | |
Red spruce construction | |
The "Crate" chair was intended for use in weekend homes and, like the "Zig-Zag" chair, reveals Rietveld's return to elemental constructions. As a response to the economic slumps of the 1930s, this system of seating can be seen as an early example of "Poor Art". | |