Seatbelt Lounge Chairs by Gijs Bakker for Castelijn, 1978, Set of 3

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About This Piece

Vintage Design

Rare pair of Seatbelt lounge chairs + table, designed by Gijs Bakker in 1978 for Castelijn Netherlands.
Not many of these were produced, they were in production for only a very short period.
Collectible chairs
There were different models in this series: dining chairs and lounge chairs with and without armrests.
These are the lounge chairs without armrests with the ultra rare extra table (52cm x 52), that can be hung in between the chairs. I've never seen this table before.
The chairs have a black stained ash wood frame and black nylon seatbelt straps seat and backrest. The table has a black stained ash frame and a black laminated top.
Although the chairs are cubic and very straight, the double beams at the backside makes them comfortable to sit in.
The chairs are in good original condition, some normal traces of use. The wood connections at the top back corner side has come slightly apart, due to the tension of the belts. This won't be any problem for using, the chairs are still sturdy.

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Creator	Gijs Bakker
Manufacturer	Castelijn
Design Period	1970 to 1979
Production Period	Unknown
Country of Manufacture	Netherlands
Identifying Marks	This piece has an attribution mark
Style	Modernist
Detailed Condition	Good — This vintage/antique item may have some wear such as scratches and other signs of ageing.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use
Product Code	BPT-2066758
Materials	Laminate, Ash, Nylon
Color	Black
Width	62 cm 62 cm
Depth	62 cm 62 cm
Height	71 cm 71 cm
Seat Height	39 cm

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Netherlands
Returns	Returns accepted within fourteen days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Sustainability

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Product Safety Information

EU Responsible Person	Published before Dec 13th 2024

Delivery Options

Front Door Delivery: (Included in Every Order)	A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below). The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.
In-Home Delivery: (For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)	A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers. The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time. A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection. Item will be left in its packaging after delivery. A signature will be required upon delivery.

Front Door Delivery:
(Included in Every Order)

A skilled driver will unload the item(s) from the delivery truck and bring it to your building’s doorstep. You will be responsible for further transport beyond that point. We recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand; alternatively, you may upgrade to In-Home Delivery (see below).
The delivery partner will email and/or call you at least one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

In-Home Delivery:
(For in-home delivery service, additional fees apply. Please get in touch)

A skilled driver or a team of two will bring your item(s) inside your home and place it in the immediate entryway. For unusually large or heavy items, we recommend asking a family member or friend for an extra hand, as we cannot send more than 2 drivers.
The delivery partner will email and/or call you one day in advance to arrange a delivery time.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine every order upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damage or missing or incorrect pieces, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note and contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations of missing, damaged, or incorrect item(s) represents your acceptance of the complete order in perfect condition.

About the Creator

Gijs Bakker

Born in Amersfoort, the Netherlands, in 1942, Gijs Bakker trained as a jewelry and industrial designer. In 1962, he earned his Bachelor’s degree at the Gerrit Rietveld Academie in Amsterdam, and spent the following year studying design at Konstfack in Stockholm. In 1967, Bakker established his own studio, Gijs Bakker Design (GBD), in his hometown. His design work explores the connection between craft and design, and includes furniture, jewelry, home accessories, interiors, public spaces, exhibitions, and appliances for clients such as HEMA, Polaroid, Royal VKB, and Artifort.

Bakker taught Metal and Plastics Design at the ArtEZ Institute of the Arts in Arnhem between 1971 and 1978, and Design at Delft University of Technology from 1985 to 1987. He was head of the Man and Living Department at Design Academy Eindhoven between 1987 and 2003, and acting head of the school’s Master’s programs between 2003 and 2012.

In 1993, Bakker cofounded the Dutch company Droog Design with design critic and historian Renny Ramakers. Droog (which translates to “dry” in English) is known for minimalist contemporary works marked by a dry humor and wit that strike an emotional chord with users. Bakker was the curator and art director of all Droog Design products until 2009.

In 1996, he cofounded Chi ha paura…? (Italian for “Who is afraid of?”) with Italian gallerist Marijke Vallanzasca. The studio aims to make contemporary jewelry more accessible and relevant. In 2013, they re-established themselves as chp…? In 2009, Bakker became creative director of Taiwan’s HAN Gallery, formerly known as Yii, which operates under the mandate to create a stronger, sustainable connection between local Taiwanese craft traditions and contemporary design in Taiwan.

Bakker lectures frequently, and his designs are included in private and public collections across the globe.