Willy Guhl Petite Handkerchief Planter, 1960s Switzerland

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Petite Handkerchief Planter

Willy Guhl

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Overview

Sculptural handkerchief planters by Swiss architect Willy Guhl for Eternit. Rare design with a mossy green patina over grey concrete. Made of fibre cement. Great coloring. Unique standalone sculpture or planter. Good vintage condition. Priced individually. 5 available.

Located at our Hamptons, NY gallery.

Specifications

Creator

Willy Guhl

Reference No.

LU1853324838462

Place of Origin

Switzerland

Date of Manufacture

1960s

Dimensions

11 in width
11.5 in height
11 in depth
seat height

Materials & Technique

Concrete

Tear Sheet

Creator

Willy Guhl

Reference No.

LU1853324838462

Place of Origin

Switzerland

Date of Manufacture

1960s

Dimensions

11 in width
11.5 in height
11 in depth
seat height

Materials & Technique

Concrete

Tear Sheet

Specifications

Creator

Willy Guhl

Reference No.

LU1853324838462

Place of Origin

Switzerland

Date of Manufacture

1960s

Dimensions

11 in width
11.5 in height
11 in depth
seat height

Materials & Technique

Concrete

Designer Notes

Willy Guhl

b. 1915

Willy Guhl was a Swiss industrial designer, who in the mid-20th century pioneered the application of utilitarian materials, notably concrete, in modern outdoor furniture design, such as his in the design of his iconic Loop Chair. Guhl became renowned for his use of fiber-reinforced concrete, a composite material that combines cement with fibers to enhance strength and durability. His designs, marked by clean lines and functional elegance, reflect a commitment to both beauty and use. Guhl's design and creative use of materials contributed to a redefinition of the aesthetic and functional possibilities of concrete in design during the mid-20th century.

Petite Handkerchief Planter

Willy Guhl

$1,800

Located at our Hamptons, NY gallery.

Creator

Reference No.

Place of Origin

Date of Manufacture

Dimensions

Materials & Technique

Los Angeles

2360 S Robertson Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90034

Southampton

257 County Rd 39A
Southampton, NY 11968

LA (310) 876-1440

NY (631) 333-2004

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