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.
Dom Hans van der Laan Long Bench in Grey Lacquered Pine 400cm/157.48in.
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dom Hans van der Laan, bench, lacquered pine, steel, the Netherlands, 1960s Designed by Dutch Benedictine monk and architect Dom Hans van der Laan, this bench was initially conceive...
Steel
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...
Copper
Bench for Vincentius Church by Jan de Jong & Dom Hans van der Laan
By Dom Hans van der Laan, Jan de Jong
Located in London, GB
"Early design bench (1964, Netherlands) by Jan de Jong, the Dutch Bossche School architect and protegé of the Dutch Benedictine monk and architect Dom Hans van de Laan. The bench was...
Wood, Paint
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 ...
Oak
Dom Hans van der Laan Oak High Back Bench, Netherlands, 1960s
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,...
Oak
Original Hand Painted Long Pine Bench Dated 1933
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique hand painted long pine bench is embellished with traditional Eastern European folk art painting with blue accents and red flower bouquets all set against a brown background. ...
Pine, Paint
$2,128Sale Price|20% Off
H 59.26 in W 61.42 in D 18.51 in
Gothic Revival Oak High Back Hall Bench, 1900s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Magnificent and ultra rare Gothic Revival high back hall bench. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s. Solid oak frame with original hand-carved elements in the back and the sides! Un...
Wrought Iron
1960s Organic Bench
Located in New York, NY
1960s organic bench. Solid walnut bench with dovetails. Can also be used as a coffee table.
Walnut
From $13,250 / item
+ 2 moreH 29.53 in W 64.97 in D 22.45 in
e15 Tafel Table Bench by Hans De Pelsmacker
By e15, Hans De Pelsmacker
Located in New York, NY
The table bench tafel draws special interest with its sculptural, functional appeal. Tafel is included in various museum collections. The combination of table and bench creates a uni...
Wood
A Pergamino Parchment Covered Daybed / Bench.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sophisticated daybed / bench crafted in three components and fully wrapped in warm-toned Pergamino parchment. This piece combines minimalist geometry with luxurious natural textur...
Upholstery, Wood, Parchment Paper
$1,312
H 38 in W 74.81 in D 23.63 in
Antique Storage Bench With Carvings Grey Painted In Pine Wood From 1860s
Located in Lejre, DK
Antique storage bench from the 1860s in grey-painted pine wood with carved details and storage. Antique storage bench from the 19th century. — Type: Storage bench — Material: Pine w...
Pine, Paint
$2,320
H 28.94 in W 50.4 in D 21.26 in
A Long Scottish Pine Window Seat or Bench Seat With Upholstered Seat In Calico
Located in Faversham, GB
A splendid Victorian Scottish pine window seat with a wide welcoming seat and shapely raised padded arms to either end. The seat has a symmetrical simple frieze supported by shapely...
Calico, Upholstery, Pine
Vintage bench 1960s
Located in Diest, BE
Vintage bench 1960s A design aesthetic inspired by the timeless work of Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Chapo.
Wood
1970s Ate Van Apeldoorn Table / Bench / Bedend
Located in Brecht, BE
You can use this as a coffee table, bedend or bench, multifunctional design. by Ate van Apeldoorn, the Netherlands, 1970s.
Wood
$2,364Sale Price|20% Off
H 42.13 in W 35.44 in D 16.15 in
Italian Vintage Modernist Brutalist Style Solid Wood High Back Settee Benches
Located in Firenze, IT
This vintage Mid-Century Modern period solid wood banquette settee was probably a chapel pews benches. These original and rare high back seatings str...
Metal
Jan de Jong stool Bossche school the Netherlands 1970
By Jan de Jong
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Stool designed by Jan de Jong made for a private home in Oirschot, Netherlands 1970. This rare and highly collectible stool is an exceptional example of the Bossche School design phi...
Pine
1960s Whimsical Bench
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s Whimsical wood bench, Vinyl seats. Nicks in finish, needs reupholstering.
Wood
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H 17.72 in W 21.66 in D 12.6 in
Two Bossche School benches or stools by architect Fons Vermeulen, 1960s
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
This set of benches came from the home of Fons Vermeulen (1913-2013), a Bossche School architect. Perhaps the most daring architect within the Bossche School. Vermeulen often did thi...
Pine
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H 29.14 in W 67.72 in D 16.54 in
Rare and early Bossche School bench by Dom Hans van der Laan, 1967.
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rare and early Bossche School bench by Dom Hans van der Laan, executed by Jan de Jong atelier, The Netherlands 1967. This bench features a galvanized metal base and original brown st...
Steel
Original dutch Dom Hans Van Der Laan xl bench 267cm
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in BE
This 1960s bench by Dutch architect Dom Hans van der Laan exemplifies the Bossche School's emphasis on numerical relationships. Notable features include copper nails, original green/...
Wood
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H 36.62 in W 64.18 in D 22.45 in
Dom Hans van der Laan Mid-Century Modern Lacquered Blue Rationalist Bench
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bench designed by Dom Hans van der Laan in the Netherlands. Manufactured in The Netherlands, circa 1980. Lacquered wood seat and backrest with nails. In good original conditio...
Wood
Dom Hans Van Der Laan Bench, Bossche School, Dutch Design, 1960s
By Jan de Jong, Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Antwerp, BE
Bench; Bossche School; Dom Hans van der Laan; Jan de Jong; The Netherlands; Dutch Design; 1960s; Minimal Brutalist Style; A remarkable bench in minimal brutalist style designed by the Dutch Benedictine monk & architect Dom Hans van der Laan in the Netherlands in the 1960s. Made out of pinewood and features copper nails, giving this piece a natural and rustic feel. The entire piece is painted grey, including the nails. Functionality and rationality were key for Dom Hans, which is noticeable in this design. This item 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. Dom Hans van der Laan was a leading figure in the Bossche School. His theories on numerical ratios in architecture and furniture were very influential. During the reconstruction period after WWII the Dutch architect Jan de Jong and Dom Hans van der Laan collaborated on several architectural projects including interior furniture. They created an outstanding body of work defining the style of the Bossche School. Jan de Jong was able to translate many of Dom van der Laan’s idealized concepts and ideas into pioneering buildings and spaces. They worked in such close collaboration however it’s quite difficult to distinguish the individual level of input into the furniture they designed. The minimalistic bench...
Wood, Pine
Dom Hans van der Laan Bossche School 1950s Netherlands
By Dom Hans van der Laan, Jan de Jong
Located in Antwerp, BE
Minimal, plastic number, architect bench, Jan de Jong, Netherlands, 1950s An early example of the furniture designed by the Benedictine monk/architect Dom Hans van der Laan. This ...
Pine
Dom Hans van der Laan Stools Bossche School 1970s Netherlands
By Dom Hans van der Laan, Jan de Jong
Located in Antwerp, BE
Minimal, plastic number, architect stools, Jan de Jong, Netherlands, 1970s Rare and amazing stools designed by Dom Hans van der Laan and executed by Jan de Jong. During the reco...
Pine
Dom Hans van der Laan Bench, 1967
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bench designed by Dom Hans van der Laan for the Abbey Church of St. Benedictusberg, Vaals in the Netherlands in 1967. Manufactured in the Netherlands in 1967. Galvanized base and s...
Metal
Dom Hans van der Laan Bench for Private House Rosmalen, 1973
By Jan de Jong, Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare bench designed by Dom Hans van der Laan and executed by Jan de Jong for a private house in Rosmalen, Holland, 1973. This stool comes from the first owner of the house who was st...
Copper
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H 33.86 in W 118.9 in D 25.6 in
Dom Hans van der Laan Bench for Sint-Willibrorduskerk Almelo, 1964
By Jan de Jong, Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare long bench designed by Dom Hans van der Laan and executed by Jan de Jong for the Sint-Willibrorduskerk Almelo, 1964. This bench comes from the church who had several of these be...
Wood
Dom Hans van der Laan Bench
By Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Dronten, NL
Rare bench designed by Dom Hans van der Laan and executed by Jan de Jong for the Sint-Willibrorduskerk Almelo, 1964. This bench originates from the church that had mostly benches wit...
Pine
Dom Hans van der Laan Bench for Town Hall Budel, 1966
By Jan de Jong, Dom Hans van der Laan
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare and amazing high bench designed by Dom Hans van der Laan and executed by Jan de Jong for the Raadhuis Budel, 1962/1966. This bench comes from the town hall where Jan de Jong was...
Metal, Copper