Wim Rietveld (1924-1985) was a Dutch furniture designer who followed in the footsteps of his father, Gerrit Rietveld (1888-1964), one of the most important figures in 20th-century design. Wim Rietveld was born in 1924 in Utrecht, Netherlands and studied Industrial Design at the Hague Academy. He worked as a designer for Gispen and Ahrend de Cirkel and designed a number of iconic furniture pieces, including the Pyramid chair, the Oase lounge chair, and the Result drafting table. He also collaborated with other designers, such as Friso Kramer, on a number of projects. Rietveld's work has been exhibited in museums and galleries around the world and is part of many private collections.
His work is characterized by its simplicity, functionality, and use of easily accessible materials such as metal and laminated woods. He often focused on designing solutions for mass production, such as stackable chairs for efficient more...
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