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A Composition in Lines

The Frame Chair is built from a series of intersecting planes—horizontal and vertical elements resolved into a single, continuous structure. Each component reads clearly, but together they form a cohesive whole.

The result is graphic and architectural, with a presence that feels considered from every angle.

Materials

Rubberwood
Constructed from solid rubberwood, selected for its durability and consistent grain. The material allows for clean edges and sharp transitions between planes, reinforcing the clarity of the overall form.

Design

An architectural composition—structure expressed through line, plane, and proportion.

• Intersecting horizontal and vertical elements define the form
• Asymmetrical arm structure adds visual tension and balance
• Open frame construction keeps the piece visually light
• Flat planes and sharp edges emphasize geometry over ornament
• Works as a standalone piece or repeated around a table

Specifications

• 20" W × 15" D × 29" H
• Seat Height: 17"

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Rietveld Chair

Wood Finish: Walnut

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Structure as the Design

Nothing is hidden. Each rail, plane, and joint is exposed—supporting elements remain visible rather than concealed. The chair is built from simple components assembled into a complete system, reflecting Rietveld’s idea that construction itself should define the object.

De Stijl Geometry

Rooted in early 20th-century Dutch modernism, the form is composed of straight lines and intersecting planes. The design reduces the chair to its most essential elements—horizontal and vertical relationships, stripped of ornament.

Material Clarity

Wood is used directly and without disguise—flat planes for the seat and back, linear members for the frame. There’s no padding, no layering—just material expressed as structure.

Planar Seating System

The seat and backrest function as independent planes rather than cushions. This shifts the experience from “soft seating” to something more architectural—closer to sitting within a structure than on top of one.

Questions About The Rietveld Chair

How long until I receive my order?

The Rietveld Chair arrives approximately 4-6 Weeks from the day of order.

Our products take longer to arrive than most others on the internet. But there's a good reason why. Most of our pieces are made to order and ship directly from the source. We don’t keep warehouses or carry excess inventory. This is how we cut costs and pass thousands in savings back to you. But it also means you have to wait a bit longer.

What is your return policy

The Rietveld Chair can be returned after receiving the order only if the product is damaged or unusable.

Our products are made to order. So we cannot offer returns for changes in preference. But we always do what we can to make it right.

To be returned, products need to be completely unused and still in their original packaging.

How can I track my order?

The Rietveld Chair ships within 3-7 Days of order placement.

Once your order has been shipped, you will receive an email with tracking details, allowing you to monitor its progress. Simply use the provided tracking information on our delivery partner’s website to stay updated on your shipment.

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Contact us anytime at care@theessential.com

Judge us by our looks

Our packaging is safe, simple, and proudly no frills. We don't think it makes sense to pay for things you throw away immediately.

That's why the Rietveld Chair ships in the same protective packaging the manufacturer uses, covered in functional stickers and foreign stamps showing the journey it's been on.

We don't hide it and wear it as a badge of honor for the places our products have been and the people who made them.