Magazine rack - Chrome - Bauhaus / spaceage design

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Elena Napoleone
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Holds a bachelor's degree in history of art and architecture, with 12 years of experience in decorative arts.

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Chrome magazine rack in Gispen‑inspired design from the 1970s–1980s, with a tubular chrome frame in silver, measuring 24 cm deep, 34 cm high and 21.5 cm wide, of European origin (most likely the Netherlands) and presented as Gispen‑style rather than an original piece.

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Description from the seller

Elegant chrome magazine rack or newspaper holder in Gispen style, featuring a sleek tubular frame and geometric metal rods. The design shows clear influences from Dutch functionalism, Bauhaus and mid-century modern design.
The piece has an elegant industrial look and fits beautifully in interiors with Dutch Design, Bauhaus, modernist or vintage influences.

The design is strongly reminiscent of the Gispen style, with its characteristic curved tubular construction, minimalist lines and functional appearance. This item is offered as Gispen style and is not presented as an original, signed or officially attributed Gispen piece.

The rack can be used for magazines, newspapers, books or simply as a decorative design object.

Condition

Good vintage condition with normal signs of age and use.
The chrome shows light scratches, small marks and some minor surface discoloration. The construction appears sturdy and complete. Please see the photos for a clear impression of the condition.

Details

Object: magazine rack / newspaper holder / literature rack
Style: Gispen style, Bauhaus, Dutch Design, modernist
Material: chrome-plated metal / tubular frame
Colour: silver chrome
Period: probably second half of the 20th century
Condition: vintage condition with light signs of use
Origin: Netherlands / European design style

Seller's Story

Love for the circular movement and always keenly on the lookout for beautiful and unique interior accessories (a hobby that got out of hand) and I also make art from discarded toys which I may show here soon. Peet X stands for (Peet for friends and X = made and/or found with love) All items are well packaged and insured shipped
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Elegant chrome magazine rack or newspaper holder in Gispen style, featuring a sleek tubular frame and geometric metal rods. The design shows clear influences from Dutch functionalism, Bauhaus and mid-century modern design.
The piece has an elegant industrial look and fits beautifully in interiors with Dutch Design, Bauhaus, modernist or vintage influences.

The design is strongly reminiscent of the Gispen style, with its characteristic curved tubular construction, minimalist lines and functional appearance. This item is offered as Gispen style and is not presented as an original, signed or officially attributed Gispen piece.

The rack can be used for magazines, newspapers, books or simply as a decorative design object.

Condition

Good vintage condition with normal signs of age and use.
The chrome shows light scratches, small marks and some minor surface discoloration. The construction appears sturdy and complete. Please see the photos for a clear impression of the condition.

Details

Object: magazine rack / newspaper holder / literature rack
Style: Gispen style, Bauhaus, Dutch Design, modernist
Material: chrome-plated metal / tubular frame
Colour: silver chrome
Period: probably second half of the 20th century
Condition: vintage condition with light signs of use
Origin: Netherlands / European design style

Seller's Story

Love for the circular movement and always keenly on the lookout for beautiful and unique interior accessories (a hobby that got out of hand) and I also make art from discarded toys which I may show here soon. Peet X stands for (Peet for friends and X = made and/or found with love) All items are well packaged and insured shipped
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Details

Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Space Age
Specific region of origin
Most likely the Netherlands
Title additional information
Bauhaus / spaceage design
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Europe
Material
Chrome
Style
Design
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
34 cm
Width
21.5 cm
Depth
24 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
Sold by
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Objects sold
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