Jan Rietveld
Media Cabinet, ca. 1956
Painted plywood
H 46,5 W 102 D 42 cm
Unique custom piece
Not signed
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Jan Cornelius Rietveld’s *Media Cabinet* (1956) is a painted plywood wall piece embodying modernist functionality and simplicity.
Jan Cornelius Rietveld’s Media Cabinet (1956) is a 46.5 x 102 x 45 cm painted plywood piece embodying modernist functionality and simplicity. Featuring an open storage section, divided compartments for media, its clean lines and utilitarian design reflect Rietveld’s connection to the principles championed by his father, Gerrit Rietveld. The black painted finish enhances its timeless, versatile appeal. Originally part of photographer Violette Cornelius’s Amsterdam home, the cabinet demonstrates Rietveld’s ability to merge practicality with modernist aesthetics. Compact and thoughtfully designed, it serves as both a functional piece and a collectible example of mid-century modern design.
Exhibited in 5X Rietveld at The Millen House in 2024, this cabinet highlights Dutch modernist craftsmanship and Rietveld’s enduring legacy.
Exhibited in 5X Rietveld at The Millen House in 2024, this cabinet highlights Dutch modernist craftsmanship and Rietveld’s enduring legacy.
Provenance
Auction NL
House of Violette Cornelius (1919-1998), Spuistraat 125A, Amsterdam
Exhibitions
5X Rietveld, The Millen House, 2024Join our mailing list
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