Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
Dom Hans van der Laan was the ninth of the 11 recorded children of Leiden architect Leo van der Laan (1864–1942). Dom van der Laan began his studies in architecture at the Technische Universiteit Delft in 1923, two years after he finished his secondary school. Architectural education in those days was generally confined to nineteenth-century neoclassicism and all teachers originated from before the first world war. Students in their third year of study had to make their designs, but those of Hans van der Laan were all rejected. In the same autumn, he founded, together with some fellow-students, a study-group, the Bouwkundige Studiekring’BSK (‘Architectural Study Circle’), aiming to discover themselves the very basics of architecture, which they missed in regular teaching. On 26 May 1929, Hans van der Laan and his fellow-novice Herman Diepen made their profession in the abbey. In 1936 father Hans was charged with the guidance in the sacristy, which he would retain till his departure to Vaals in 1968. After the war, father van der Laan was invited by the bishop of Breda to take the guidance of a working party, charged with the rebuilding of the destroyed churches in the diocese. In 1951, the abbey of Sint-Benedictusberg in Vaals had been founded a second time by a group of monks of the Saint-Paul's abbey of Oosterhout and father Van der Laan was asked by them to design the still missing crypt and church. On 18 October 1968, father Van der Laan changed his domicile from Oosterhout to Vaals, where in 1970, he became an official member of the community of Sint-Benedictusberg. In his new home, he also was appointed as sacristan, so that he could continue his familiar daily work and in 1973 he was elected as a member of the Council, the board under the guidance of the abbot. Before his death, Van der Laan garnered worldwide acclaim for his comprehensive architectural theory, which has been translated into several languages and presents a doctrine of connections in the design of architectural space, notably the plastic number.
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Creator: Dom Hans van der Laan
Dom Hans van der Laan Unique Daybed with Headrest c. 1970
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dom Hans van der Laan unique daybed with headrest.
Nijmegen, the Netherlands c. 1970.
From home of Architect, Dick Pouderoyen.
Pine, steel nails, paint.
Pouderoyen was a close fr...
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20th Century Dutch Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
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Steel
Rare Pair of Dom Hans van der Laan Easy Grey Wood Chairs
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Pair of Easy Chairs Designed by Dom Hans van der Laan for St. Benedictusberg Abbey, Netherlands, circa 1980 – Original Condition
Presenting a remarkable pair of easy chairs designed...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
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Wood
$17,492 Sale Price / set
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Chair by Dom Hans van der Laan, Netherlands, 1960s
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Utrecht, NL
This chair was originally designed by the Dutch Benedictine monk and architect, Dom Hans van der Laan for the Abbey Church of St. Benedictusberg located near the Dutch town of Vaals. This easy chair is in an untouched condition. It was made of pinewood and feature copper nails, giving this piece an understated, rustic look. The chair was entirely painted grey, including the nails. The main focus of van der Laan’s design was functionality and rationality, which is reflected in the openings on the sides and on the back that serves the purpose of joining multiple pieces together.
This chair is a beautiful piece of Dutch design history. Although Dom van der Laan left a small body of work behind, his legacy is highly regarded in the world of architecture. The St. Benedictusberg Abbey in Vaals and its interior quickly became his masterpiece at the age of 53.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Item has some small marks and scratches.
Dimensions:
21.2 in W x 20.8 in D x 37.4 in H
54 cm W x 53 cm D x 95 cm H
About the designer:
Dom Hans van der Laan (1904-1991) was the ninth of the eleven recorded children of Leiden architect Leo van der...
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Dom Hans van der Laan Oak High Back Bench
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Ghent, BE
Unique High-Back Oak Bench by Dom Hans van der Laan
Commissioned for the Willibrordkerk (St. Willibrord’s Church), Almelo
The Netherlands, c. 1960s
This exceptional high-back bench,...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Modern Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
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Dom Hans van der Laan Easy Chair
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Easy chair designed by Dom Hans van der Laan for the Abbey Church of St. Benedictusberg, Vaals in the Netherlands.
Manufactured, circa 1980.
Lacquered wood seat and backrest with co...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
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Wood
$9,867 Sale Price
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Dom Hans van der Laan Unique Oak High Back Bench c. 1960
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique Dom Hans van der Laan unique oak high back bench.
Commissioned for Willibrordkerk (St Willibrord’s Church), Almelo.
The Netherlands c. 1960’s.
Van der Laan rarely used oak ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Modern Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
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Oak
Dom Hans van der Laan Unique Daybed/Bench with Original Drawings c. 1970
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dom Hans van der Laan unique daybed/bench with original drawings.
From a private Doctor’s practice in Sint-Michielsgestel, the Netherlands c. 1970.
Spruce, copper nails, paint.
Co...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
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Copper
Bossche School Chair by Dom Hans van der Laan
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Antwerp, BE
Dom Hans van der Laan, Bossche school, Netherlands, 1960s.
The chair was designed by the Dutch Benedictine monk and architect, Dom Hans van der Laan ...
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1940s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
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Pine
$5,760 Sale Price / item
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Dom Hans van der Laan Pair of Low Gray Chairs c. 1979
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dom Hans van der Laan pair of low gray chairs.
Executed by Gorisse for a private library.
Bergeijk, the Netherlands c. 1979.
Pine, steel nails, paint.
Color is F2-05-45 from van...
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20th Century Dutch Modern Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
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Steel
Dom Hans van der Laan Pine Dining Room Chair, 1940s
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Antwerp, BE
Chair by Dom Hans van der Laan, Netherlands, 1960s.
The chair was designed by the Dutch Benedictine monk and architect, Dom Hans van der Laan for the Abbey Church of St. Benedictu...
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1940s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
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Pine
$7,040 Sale Price / item
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Dom Hans van der Laan chair with Open Arms for Raadhuis Budel c. 1960s
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dom Hans van der Laan chair with Open Arms for Raadhuis Budel.
The Netherlands c. 1962-66.
Ash, copper nails, black enameled steel legs.
Raadhuis Budel (Budel Town Hall) was desig...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
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Copper, Steel
Dom Hans van der Laan Rationalist Wood Grey Easy Chair, circa 1980
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Easy chair designed by Dom Hans van der Laan for the Abbey Church of St. Benedictusberg, Vaals in the Netherlands.
Manufactured, circa 1980.
Lacquered wood seat and backrest with co...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
Materials
Wood
$7,799 Sale Price
43% Off
Bossche School Stools by Dom Hans van der Laan
Jan de Jong, Netherlands, 1970s
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare set of stools from the 1970s, designed by the Dutch Benedictine monk and architect Dom Hans van der Laan and his apprentice Jan de Jong, exemplifying the distinctive Bossche Sch...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
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Wood
$3,760 Sale Price / item
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Dining Room Set, Bossche School, Dom Hans van der Laan, Jan De Jong
By Dom Hans van der Laan, Jan de Jong
Located in Antwerp, BE
Dining Room Set, Bossche School, Dom Hans van der Laan, Jan De Jong
Table and stools designed by Dom Hans van der Laan and his apprentice Jan De Jong in the Netherlands in the 196...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
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Pine
$45,928 Sale Price
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Dining Chairs by Dom Hans van der Laan, Netherlands, 1960s
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Antwerp, BE
A set of rare dining chairs, designed by the Dutch Benedictine monk and architect Dom Hans van der Laan for the Abbey Church of St. Benedictusberg near Vaals in the 1950s. Crafted fr...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
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Wood, Pine
Dom Hans van der Laan Mid-Century Modern Red Lacquered Rational Wood Stool
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Stool designed by Dom Hans van der Laan for the Abbey Church of St. Benedictusberg, Vaals in the Netherlands.
Manufactured, circa 1980.
Lacquered wood seat with copper nails.
In goo...
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1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
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Wood
$3,498 Sale Price
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Rare Short Dom Hans van der Laan Abbey Church of St. Benedictusberg, Vaals 1967
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Benedictine monk & architect Dom Hans Van der Laan made these benches for the Abbey Church of St. Benedictusberg, Vaals in the Netherlands in 1967.
Very little of this original in...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
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Brass, Steel
$10,000 Sale Price
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Two Chairs by Dom Hans van der Laan, The Netherlands 1960s
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Utrecht, NL
This set of chairs was originally designed by the Dutch Benedictine monk and architect, Dom Hans van der Laan for the Abbey Church of St. Benedictusberg located near the Dutch town of Vaals.
These easy chairs are in an untouched condition. They are made of pine wood and feature copper nails, giving these pieces an understated, rustic look. The pair is entirely painted grey, including the nails. This specific colour was carefully selected by Whim van Hoof to resemble the original shade as closely as possible. The main focus of van der Laan’s design was functionality and rationality, which is reflected in the openings on the sides and on the backs serve the purpose of joining multiple pieces together, and lifting them.
Van der Laan was a leading figure in the traditionalist movement, the Bossche School, that held these values as well. These characteristics make these chairs charming, while also being beautiful pieces of Dutch design history. Although Dom Hans van der Laan left a small body of work behind, his legacy is highly regarded in the world of architecture. The St. Benedictusberg Abbey in Vaals and its interior quickly became his masterpiece at the age of 53. This model is still found in the Dutch church named Sint Willibrorduskerk in Almelo, for which it was possibly designed for in 1964.
Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some small marks and scratches.
Dimensions:
25.59 in W, 26.77 in D, 35.43 in H; Seat Height 15.94 in
65 cm W, 68 cm D, 90 cm H; Seat Height 40.5 cm
About the designer:
Dom Hans van der Laan (1904-1991) was the ninth of the eleven recorded children of Leiden architect Leo van der...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dom Hans van der Laan Seating
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Wood
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Dom Hans Van Der Laan seating for sale on 1stDibs.
Dom Hans van der Laan seating are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Dom Hans van der Laan seating, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original seating by Dom Hans van der Laan were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider seating by Ate Van Apeldoorn, 't Spectrum Bergeijk, and Jan de Jong. Prices for Dom Hans van der Laan seating can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $3,843 and can go as high as $53,258, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $8,800.