Strongly designed Dutch Design Armchair
The designer.
Gijs van der Sluis, a self-taught furniture designer with a mechanical engineering background, began making machined parts for the cigar industry in Culemborg after the Second World War. Due to market demand, he also started designing and producing steel chairs. His passion for technology and high quality standards resulted in successful designs and the company Van der Sluis Steel Furniture. Some designs are still being released by his grandchildren.
These examples.
This model, designated as No. 12, was intended as a low "lounge" chair—a low-sitting, solidly made, and comfortable piece of furniture.
Thanks to its heavy frame made of solid steel and its fine armrests, it is a piece of furniture that truly exudes quality.
The original caps on the legs are still present; these ensure a flat and stable placement on the surface.
The frames of these examples have been completely repainted black, and the armrests are also finished in this color, which we also found before the start of the restoration. A completely new filling has been chosen for the seat and backrest, as well as a beautiful, first-class, timeless upholstery fabric. This fabric features a lovely Bouclé effect and is executed in red and brown shades.
These armchairs are exceptionally beautiful in design and execution; strong Dutch Design that can be used daily and is also of very solid quality.
Timelessly beautiful design!
Price for the set of 2
Country of origin: The Netherlands
Manufacturer: Van der Sluis Stalen Meubelen Culemborg
Designer: Gijs van de Sluis
Model: no 12
Height: 71 cm
Seat height: 38 cm
Width: 61 cm
Seat width: 52 cm
Depth: 61 cm
Seat depth: 46 cm
Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsBrownMaterialMetalNumber of items2Height71 cmWidth61 cmDepth61 cmSeat height38 cm