Side Table in the Style of De Stijl in Brass and Laminate with Ebonised Finish, 1930s, The Netherlands

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De Stijl, which means ‘the style’ in Dutch, was a Netherlands-based movement that gained legs in the 1920s. Seen as a departure from the decorative nature of Art Deco, it embraced an abstract, pared-back aesthetic that championed basic visual elements such as geometric forms and minimal or primary colours. It spanned painting, sculpture, industrial design, literature and music. De Stijl then helped pave the way for International Style which dominated the 20s and 30s.

This charming side table embraces many of the design characteristics central to De Stijl – the geometric form, intersecting planes and minimal colour choice. It’s in it utilitarian aesthetic that the beauty of this petite piece lies. The shape is also intriguing. It could be used as a side table or a small stool – whatever your home needs!

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